Riyadh, March 10, 2025 – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has received a written message from President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea regarding the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two nations. The message was formally delivered to Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, during a meeting with Eritrea’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Osman Saleh, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Riyadh.
The discussions during the meeting focused on deepening cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Eritrea in a range of areas of mutual interest, reflecting the shared commitment of both nations to enhance diplomatic and economic ties. The dialogue aimed to further solidify the partnership between the two countries, which has grown in recent years, and explore new avenues for collaboration in key sectors such as trade, security, and regional development.
The meeting was attended by Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed El-Khereiji, along with other senior officials from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs. These high-level discussions underscore the importance of fostering closer ties between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Eritrea, two countries that share a long history of diplomatic engagement and cooperation within the broader regional context.
As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international relations, Saudi Arabia continues to engage in strategic dialogues with countries across the globe, reinforcing its role as a key player in promoting peace, stability, and development, both regionally and internationally. The bilateral talks with Eritrea highlight Saudi Arabia's commitment to cultivating strong, lasting partnerships with African nations, contributing to the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals of fostering broader global cooperation.