The interior ministers of Saudi Arabia and Jordan discuss strengthening security cooperation
In a move reflecting the depth of strategic relations and close cooperation between the two sister kingdoms, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee, received today at the Ministry’s headquarters in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, His Excellency the Minister of Interior of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Mr. Mazen Abdullah Hilal Al-Faraya.
During the meeting, ways to enhance existing security cooperation and coordination between the Ministries of Interior of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan were reviewed. The two sides also discussed a number of issues and topics of mutual interest, aimed at serving the best interests of both countries and their brotherly peoples.
Historical background and strategic context
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan share deep-rooted and enduring historical ties, based on brotherhood, a shared destiny, and mutual respect. Security cooperation is a cornerstone of this relationship, given the common security challenges facing the region and the geographical location that necessitates high-level coordination to secure borders and combat transnational organized crime, such as drug trafficking and illegal immigration.
This meeting is part of a series of periodic meetings and reciprocal visits between senior officials of the two countries, which aim to unify visions and coordinate efforts to confront emerging security threats, including terrorism, extremism and cybersecurity, thus contributing to strengthening regional stability.
The importance of the meeting and its expected impact
This meeting is particularly significant given its timing, coinciding with the Hajj season. The Jordanian minister commended the tremendous efforts undertaken by the Saudi Arabian government to serve the pilgrims. He praised the Kingdom's provision of comprehensive services and facilities, and the high level of organization and coordination achieved by the Hajj system, which enabled pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease, tranquility, and safety.
On a bilateral level, this meeting is expected to enhance mechanisms for exchanging information and expertise between the security agencies of the two countries, develop joint training programs, and coordinate field operations to combat criminal networks. Regionally, this close coordination between Riyadh and Amman sends a strong message about their shared commitment to maintaining the security and stability of the region and serves as a model for effective Arab cooperation in confronting complex security challenges.
High-level attendance
The reception was attended on the Saudi side by a number of senior officials, including His Highness Prince Dr. Bandar bin Abdullah bin Mishari, Assistant Minister of Interior for Technology Affairs, His Excellency Deputy Minister of Interior Dr. Nasser bin Abdulaziz Al-Dawood, His Excellency Assistant Minister of Interior for Operations Lieutenant General Saeed bin Abdullah Al-Qahtani, and a number of other officials, which confirms the importance that the Kingdom attaches to this strategic cooperation.
