As part of the intensive diplomatic efforts led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to promote international peace and security, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with the US Special Envoy for Combating Anti-Semitism, Yehuda Kaplan, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
This meeting comes at a crucial time, as the world faces increasing challenges that require concerted international efforts to reject hatred and promote dialogue. During the meeting, joint efforts to spread the values of tolerance and moderation, combat all forms of extremism, and foster understanding and coexistence among different peoples and cultures were reviewed.
Munich Security Conference: A global platform for dialogue
The Munich Security Conference, which is hosting this meeting, is one of the world's most important forums specializing in international security policy. Since its inception, the conference has served as a vital platform for policymakers, ministers, and heads of state to exchange views on current and future security challenges. The concept of security at this conference is not limited to military aspects alone, but extends to intellectual and social security, as reflected in the meeting between the Saudi Foreign Minister and the US envoy, where the focus is on combating extremist ideologies that threaten the stability of societies.
Saudi Arabia's role in promoting global tolerance
These discussions align with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which adopts a firm approach to promoting the values of moderation and tolerance. The Kingdom has consistently played a pivotal role regionally and internationally in supporting initiatives for interfaith and intercultural dialogue. Saudi diplomacy always emphasizes that combating extremism is not achieved through security solutions alone, but also through promoting enlightened thought and acceptance of others, making partnership with the United States and the international community on this issue a strategic imperative.
Dimensions of the meeting and its impact
The meeting carries significant implications regarding the strength of the strategic relationship between Riyadh and Washington, not only in political and economic matters, but also in ethical and humanitarian issues. Coordinating efforts between a country the size of Saudi Arabia, with its considerable influence in the Islamic world, and the United States directly contributes to curbing hate speech globally and enhances the prospects for peace and stability.
The meeting was attended by His Highness the Minister, Advisor to His Highness the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed Al-Yahya, and Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Manal Radwan, reflecting the high level of interest in this vital file.
