Port Sudan, December 23, 2024 – In a significant diplomatic gesture, General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, warmly received Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, in Port Sudan today. The meeting underscored the strong and enduring bilateral relations between Sudan and Saudi Arabia, with both nations reaffirming their commitment to fostering cooperation across a range of political, security, and economic matters.
During the meeting, Vice Minister El-Khereiji conveyed the warm greetings of Saudi Arabia’s leadership, including the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The message highlighted the Kingdom's continued support for Sudan during a time of political transition and emphasized the strong ties of friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
El-Khereiji also reiterated Saudi Arabia’s unwavering commitment to supporting Sudan’s security and stability, a key priority for both nations. In recent years, Saudi Arabia has played an active role in diplomatic efforts aimed at assisting Sudan in its transition to peace and democracy, offering both political and humanitarian support to ensure the country's progress. The discussions focused on a range of issues of mutual interest, with an emphasis on strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing economic collaboration, and addressing regional security challenges.
The meeting was attended by Sudan's Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ali Youssef Al-Sharif, who joined in discussions surrounding further collaboration between the two nations. Also present was Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Sudan, Ali Jaafar, who has been instrumental in maintaining strong diplomatic relations between the two countries. Both sides expressed a shared desire to deepen their partnership, particularly in areas such as trade, infrastructure development, and regional peace efforts.
The high-level meeting also underscored the ongoing cooperation between Sudan and Saudi Arabia in the context of regional stability, with particular focus on the Red Sea region, an area of strategic importance for both countries. As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to pursue its Vision 2030 objectives, strengthening ties with Sudan and other key regional partners remains a core element of its foreign policy.
The visit of Vice Minister El-Khereiji is part of a broader effort to enhance diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Sudan and to offer steadfast support to Sudan as it navigates a complex political landscape. Both sides reaffirmed their mutual respect for sovereignty and emphasized the importance of continued dialogue in addressing shared challenges.
This diplomatic engagement represents a crucial step in reinforcing the enduring partnership between Saudi Arabia and Sudan, with both nations looking forward to building on their existing cooperation for the benefit of their people and the broader region.
