During his official visit to the United States, His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, held an important meeting in Washington, D.C., with U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham. This meeting underscores the depth of the strategic partnership between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States, and the commitment of both sides to continued coordination and consultation on issues of mutual interest.
During the meeting, His Highness the Minister of Defense and the US Senator reviewed the historical friendship and cooperation between the two friendly countries and discussed ways to strengthen it in a manner that serves the interests of both nations. The two sides also discussed the rapidly evolving regional and international situation and addressed several vital issues requiring joint coordination to ensure security and stability in the region and the world.
This visit is of particular importance given the current geopolitical shifts in the Middle East and the world, which necessitate enhanced defense and political cooperation between strategic allies. Saudi-American relations are a cornerstone of regional stability, with roots stretching back more than eight decades and characterized by close cooperation in counterterrorism, protecting waterways, and ensuring the stability of global energy markets.
The meeting between His Royal Highness the Minister of Defense and prominent figures in the US Congress, such as Senator Lindsey Graham, a highly influential voice in American foreign policy, reflects the Kingdom's keenness to engage with various decision-making circles in Washington. These diplomatic efforts aim to unify perspectives on complex issues and work towards finding peaceful and sustainable solutions to the crises plaguing some countries in the region.
His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman and his accompanying delegation arrived in Washington on Thursday for an official visit, where he is scheduled to hold a series of meetings with senior US officials to review bilateral relations and discuss ways to support and develop them in various fields, particularly in defense and military aspects.
I met with U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham.
We reviewed the historic friendship and cooperation between our two countries, discussed regional and international developments, and addressed a number of issues of mutual interest. pic.twitter.com/0EtgPWTJCI- Khalid bin Salman Khalid bin Salman (@kbsalsaud) January 29, 2026
