Riyadh, July 26, 2023, In a significant diplomatic encounter, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Waleed bin Abdulkarim El-Khereiji, had the privilege of hosting Patrick Simonnet, the esteemed outgoing European Union (EU) Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, earlier today. In a solemn gathering held at the esteemed headquarters of the ministry, Simonnet, with a heavy heart, bid a heartfelt farewell to El-Khereiji, marking the conclusion of his illustrious tenure as the European Union ambassador to the Kingdom. The Vice Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for the commendable efforts made by the EU Ambassador in bolstering Saudi-EU relations. In a show of support and goodwill, El-Khereiji extended his well wishes to Simonnet, expressing his hope for her continued success.