Riyadh, December 26, 2024 – Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, the Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs of Qatar, co-chaired the second meeting of the Security and Military Committee established by the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council. The session, held virtually, aimed to further strengthen the strategic security cooperation between the two nations.
Prince Abdulaziz opened the meeting by reaffirming the importance of the session in advancing the security agenda of both countries, as directed by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The Minister underscored the deep-rooted brotherly relations between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, which are built upon shared goals of security, stability, and prosperity in the region. He also extended his congratulations to Sheikh Saoud on his recent appointment as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, as well as to the Qatari government and people on the occasion of their National Day, wishing them continued security and progress.
The meeting highlighted the collaborative efforts of both nations’ working teams, who have been diligently implementing the initiatives agreed upon during previous sessions. These initiatives focus on strengthening the security infrastructure and military cooperation, as well as enhancing collaboration in counterterrorism efforts and defense strategies.
Throughout the session, several important agenda items were discussed, with both sides emphasizing the need for ongoing dialogue and cooperation in various security and defense matters. In conclusion, Prince Abdulaziz and Sheikh Saoud signed the minutes of the meeting, marking another milestone in the ongoing efforts to deepen the partnership between Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
The meeting was attended by a number of senior Saudi officials, reflecting the high-level commitment both countries place on enhancing their bilateral security relations. This strategic collaboration underscores the broader vision of peace and stability in the Gulf region, in line with the aspirations of the Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council.
