Washington, February 26, 2025 – In a significant diplomatic exchange, Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met with U.S. National Security Advisor Michael Waltz at the White House in Washington. The meeting focused on reviewing the strategic relationship between Saudi Arabia and the United States, with an emphasis on identifying opportunities to enhance and further deepen the long-standing partnership between the two nations.
During the discussions, both officials exchanged views on the evolving geopolitical landscape and explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation across a range of strategic sectors. They underscored the shared commitment of both Saudi Arabia and the United States to promoting peace and stability in the region and around the world. The conversation also delved into various global and regional security issues, reflecting the close alignment of interests between the two countries.
Prince Khalid emphasized the importance of Saudi-American relations in the broader context of international security, highlighting the Kingdom's continued efforts to contribute to global peace initiatives. National Security Advisor Waltz expressed the U.S. government's strong support for Saudi Arabia's pivotal role in fostering stability in the Middle East and beyond. Both leaders agreed on the need for continued dialogue and collaboration to address common challenges and seize new opportunities for cooperation.
The meeting was attended by several key Saudi and American officials. Alongside Prince Khalid, Saudi Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Foreign Affairs’ Advisor for Lebanese Affairs Prince Yazid bin Mohammed bin Fahd Al Farhan, and Advisor at the Royal Court Khaled bin Farid Hadhrawi participated in the discussions. Also present were Saudi Ambassador to Yemen Mohammed bin Saeed Al Jaber and Office of the Minister of Defense Director-General Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif. On the American side, a number of senior U.S. officials were in attendance, further highlighting the importance of the meeting.
The discussions between Prince Khalid and National Security Advisor Waltz reflect the ongoing strength of Saudi-American relations and their shared vision for peace, security, and prosperity in the region and beyond. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working together to address the critical challenges facing the international community and enhancing the strategic partnership that has been at the core of their bilateral relations for decades.