Riyadh, November 7, 2024 – Saudi Arabia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, held a significant meeting today with Anne-Claire Legendre, the Advisor to the President of the French Republic for the Middle East and North Africa. The high-level discussion took place amid a period of intense diplomatic focus on strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation.
During the meeting, Prince Faisal and Ms. Legendre reaffirmed the robust and long-standing partnership between Saudi Arabia and France. The two nations share deep-rooted historical ties and a mutual commitment to enhancing strategic cooperation across multiple sectors. As allies with shared goals for regional stability, Saudi Arabia and France have continued to prioritize dialogue, economic collaboration, and diplomatic synergy on regional and international matters.
The meeting also served as an opportunity for both parties to conduct a thorough review of pressing regional issues, focusing particularly on the recent developments in Gaza and Lebanon. These discussions underscored the importance of collaboration and coordination in addressing the complex and evolving challenges within the Middle East. Both Prince Faisal and Ms. Legendre highlighted the need for ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at fostering peace, stability, and humanitarian assistance in these critical areas.
The dialogue between Prince Faisal and Ms. Legendre reaffirms the Saudi-French commitment to constructive diplomacy, further solidifying their roles as influential actors in promoting stability and security in the Middle East and North Africa.