Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, March 20, 2025 – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, received a phone call today from Emmanuel Macron, the President of the French Republic. The call provided an opportunity for the two leaders to engage in a meaningful discussion on several key regional and global issues, emphasizing their shared commitment to international peace and security.
The conversation focused heavily on the ongoing crisis in Gaza, with both leaders expressing deep concern over the resumption of Israeli aggression in the region. President Macron and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the critical need to halt the attacks and protect innocent civilians caught in the conflict. The leaders emphasized their commitment to diplomatic efforts that prioritize peace and the protection of human rights, reaffirming their shared goal of achieving a ceasefire and working toward a long-term resolution to the tensions in Gaza.
President Macron also took the opportunity to commend Saudi Arabia’s significant diplomatic role in hosting the U.S.-Russia dialogue, highlighting the Kingdom’s crucial position in facilitating international discussions aimed at easing global tensions. The French president praised the efforts made by Saudi Arabia to host important talks that seek to resolve the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, reinforcing the Kingdom's role as a key mediator in critical global negotiations.
Beyond these pressing matters, the two leaders discussed a range of topics of common interest, further solidifying the close relationship between Saudi Arabia and France. The discussion touched on economic cooperation, security partnerships, and ways to enhance bilateral collaboration in areas such as trade, investment, and technology. Both leaders recognized the importance of maintaining strong ties between their countries and exploring new opportunities for mutual benefit.
The call between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Emmanuel Macron underscores the strong diplomatic ties between Saudi Arabia and France, both of which play pivotal roles in shaping global peace and security. The leaders’ conversation highlighted their ongoing cooperation in addressing critical regional crises and their shared vision for a stable and prosperous future. As both nations continue to work closely together, the commitment to resolving conflicts through diplomacy and fostering mutual understanding remains at the forefront of their foreign policy efforts.