Day: May 19, 2023

HH Sayyid Asa’ad bin Tarik Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Affairs, Personal Representative of His Majesty the Sultan, met today with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine, on the sidelines of the 32nd Arab Summit.

The meeting reviewed the bilateral relations between the two countries and the developments of the war in Ukraine. They also reviewed touched on means of achieving a just peace in accordance with the rules of international law, respect for the sovereignty of countries, good neighborliness, and peaceful coexistence among all states and peoples.

The meeting was attended by Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaisi, Dr. Said Mohammed Al Saqri, Minister of Economy and Khalifa Hamad Al Badi, Advisor at the Office of HH Sayyid Asa’ad, as well as a number of Ukrainian officials.

Source: Oman News Agency

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a written message to President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine.

The message deals with relations between Oman and Ukraine and means of promoting them, in addition to issues of common concern that serve international peace and security.

The message was handed over by ambassador at large Sheikh Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Hinai, when Ukraine’s Special Envoy for the Middle East and Africa Ambassador Maxim Sobh received him in Kyiv today.

The meeting was attended by a number of officials at the foreign ministries of the two countries.

Source: Oman News Agency

Shura Council Chairman, Ali bin Saleh Al-Saleh, has asserted that His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s keynoted speech at the 32nd Arab Summit, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, consolidates the royal noble visions to enhance joint Arab action and achieve the aspirations of Arab countries and peoples.

He expressed pride in all-inclusive topics included in HM the King’s address, aimed at broadening intra-Arab cooperation and coordination in order to achieve the best for Arab peoples.

Al-Saleh added that HM the King’s call for adopting the comprehensive and just peace approach in addressing various issues reflects the kingdom’s long-standing approach in building strategic international relations based on mutual respect, coexistence and peace among all.

He pointed out that HM King Hamad’s participation in Jeddah Summit proves the kingdom’s ongoing support for all efforts exerted by Arab countries to build on the previous achievements of the Arab action process.

He expressed pride in the kingdom’s hosting of the 33rd Arab Summit, noting that the 2024 summit will enrich joint Arab action.

He commended the noble endeavours made by Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saudi, and the support of Crown Prince and Prime Minister, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saudi, to cement Arab unity, host Arab and Islamic summits and adopt effective humanitarian initiatives.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Minister, Nawaf bin Mohammed Al-Maawda, has affirmed that the Kazan Economic Forum opens new horizons for bolstering cooperation between the countries of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Russia, especially in the Islamic financing and banking sector.

The minister made the statements while addressing the XIV International Economic Forum “Russia – the Islamic World”, hosted by the capital of the Russian Republic of Tatarstan, in the presence of 15,000 participants from 85 countries. The forum aims to strengthen trade, economic, scientific, technical, social and cultural ties between Russia and OIC member states.

Minister Al-Maawda stressed Bahrain’s global leadership position as providers of advanced Islamic financing services, as it ranks second in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and fourth globally in the development of Islamic financing.

He highlighted Bahrain’s advanced legal and financial technology infrastructure, which is witnessing continuous development in order to be more responsive to the needs of the financial and business community and the requirements of sustainable development, in accordance with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, which includes the justice and judicial services system.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Bahrain’s Ambassador to Germany, Abdulla Abdullatif Abdulla, met here today the State Secretary at the German Ministry of Economic Cooperation and International Development, Niels Annen.

The two sides discussed the solid Bahraini-German friendship relations, as well as their steady progress at all levels.

They also discussed ways to broaden joint cooperation and coordination to achieve common interests.

They also reviewed issues of mutual concern.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Speaker of the Arab Parliament, Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Asoomi, has expressed his full confidence in the success of the 33rd Arab Summit in Bahrain, stressing that it will strengthen the mechanisms of joint Arab action.

He added that the kingdom’s hosting of the pan-Arab summit is in line with His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s unwavering approach regarding the support for Arab cooperation and solidarity at all levels, citing HM’s honourable stances in defence of Arab causes, and pioneering role in consolidating Arab integration in all fields.

Al-Asoomi affirmed that the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, will prepare well for the 2024 Arab Summit, citing HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister’s remarkable supportive stances towards all efforts aimed at strengthening joint Arab action.

He stressed that HM King Hamad spares no efforts to back all initiatives aimed at developing the mechanisms of Arab action so as to be more effective in addressing all challenges the Arab Nation is going through.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

Information Minister, Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al-Noaimi, has affirmed that His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s announcement of the kingdom’s hosting of the 2024 Arab Summit embodies HM’s great interest in supporting joint Arab action.

It also reflects the royal keenness to unify Arab ranks, especially in the midst of the challenges facing the Arab Nation at all levels, including security and economy, he said, adding that it confirms the comprehensive and just peace approach adopted by Bahrain, under HM the King’s leadership.

The minister asserted that the decision to convene the upcoming Arab Summit in the Kingdom confirms the belief of the Arab League Council in the pioneering diplomatic role of Bahrain, under HM the King’s leadership, in strengthening Arab cohesion and adopting initiatives that achieve Arab interests, security, stability and development, in line with the Kingdom’s constant keenness to back everything that would contribute to promoting Arab action.

The Information Minister indicated that the keynote speech delivered by HM the King during the 32nd Arab Summit, hosted by Saudi Arabia today, was comprehensive, as it reflected Bahrain’s balanced diplomacy and visions vis-à-vis all issues, based on a deep belief in the importance of peace, stability and security in achieving more development and prosperity for all peoples.

Dr. Al-Noaimi pointed out that while addressing the Jeddah Summit, HM King Hamad commended the pivotal role played by Saudi Arabia, led by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, and supported by Crown Prince and Prime Minister, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, citing Saudi Arabia’s landmark diplomatic efforts, humanitarian initiatives and keenness to safeguard security and stability.

The minister highlighted the utmost interest attention attached by HM the King to environmental issues, as they are closely related to sustainable development, stability and efforts to ensure a better future, noting that during the speech, HM referred to the 2023 UN Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 28), and wished hosts, the UAE, every success.

He stressed that holding the major global event, COP 28, in the UAE confirms the contributions of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries to international efforts to address climate change issues.

He affirmed that the positive atmosphere that prevailed during the Jeddah Summit is encouraging, highlighting HM the King’s great optimism in the serious Arab endeavours, including the resumption of the Saudi-Iranian diplomatic relations, the continuity of the truce in Yemen and Syria’s resumption of its participation in Arab League meetings. He noted that Syria’s return to the Arab League will contribute to safeguarding its stability and achieving the aspirations of its brotherly people for more security.

The Information Minister lauded Saudi Arabia’s outstanding organisation of the 32nd Arab Summit and ability to put in place all success requirements for it, enabling it to come up with important resolutions aimed at boosting joint Arab action and confirming Arab unified stances vis-à-vis various issues.

Source: Bahrain News Agency

The Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, arrived in Jeddah today to participate in the Arab League Council meeting at the 32nd Arab Summit.

Upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, he was received by Prince Badr bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region, Prince Mansour bin Khalid bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi Ambassador to Qatar, and several senior civil and military officials.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

Tunisian President Kais Saied held a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on the sidelines of the 32nd Arab Summit in Jeddah.

According to the Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP), the Tunisian president affirmed that the Palestinian cause will remain the central issue, stressing that the “Palestinian right will be imprescriptible.”

During the meeting, the two presidents also discussed the strong bond of brotherhood and cooperation between their respective countries. They emphasized the significance of enhancing opportunities and mechanisms for bilateral consultation and coordination.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met in Jeddah today with President of the Federal Republic of Somalia Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, with whom he reviewed cooperation between the two countries and discussed issues of common concern.

Attending the meeting were Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of the National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of State and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, Minister of Finance Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, Saudi Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Somalia Ahmed Al-Mwaled and the official delegation accompanying the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

The President of the Republic of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, arrived in Jeddah today to attend the 32nd Arab Summit.

Upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport, he was received by Prince Badr bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region; Saleh bin Ali Al-Turki, Mayor of Jeddah Governorate; the Saudi Ambassador to Ukraine, Mohammad bin Suleiman Al-Jabreen, and a number of civil and military officials.

Source: Saudi Press Agency

The “Russia – the Islamic World: Kazan Forum,” an International Economic Forum, commenced on Thursday in Kazan, Russia. The forum boasts the participation of 15 individuals involved in its organization and activities.

In a video address welcoming the forum participants, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed Russia’s readiness to engage in close cooperation with countries of the Islamic world, particularly those sharing identical or similar positions on crucial global issues.

“We are ready for closer cooperation with friends from the Islamic world, and with all other partners who share an interest in promoting legal and democratic principles of international life,” the Russian foreign minister added.

Lavrov explained: “Traditionally, Russia develops friendly relations with the vast majority of Muslim countries. We are united in the commitment to building cooperation between countries on the principles of equality, mutual consideration of interests, and the search for a balance of interests.”

He added: “We always support the civilizational diversity of the peoples of the world, and their natural right to define their own models and ways, and we adhere to identical or very close positions on most pressing problems of our time and cooperate fruitfully in the United Nations and other parties and multiple platforms.”

Source: Saudi Press Agenc