Saudi, French Foreign Ministers Discuss Regional Security and Maritime Issues

Paris:Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Paris.

According to Saudi Press Agency, Prince Faisal expressed appreciation for France's efforts during its G7 presidency this year and for inviting Saudi Arabia to participate in the ministerial meeting.

The discussions between the two ministers included recent regional developments, the continued attacks by the terrorist Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia, and joint efforts to address regional crises and mitigate their repercussions. Additionally, they covered efforts to safeguard waterways, ensure freedom of navigation, and maintain regional security and stability. Saudi Ambassador to France Dr. Faisal Al-Mujfel was also in attendance at the meeting.