Riyadh hosts the consultative ministerial meeting of Arab and Islamic countries
In a move reflecting the pivotal role played by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in promoting joint Arab and Islamic action, His Excellency the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Engineer Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khuraiji, received today at King Khalid International Airport in the capital, Riyadh, a number of Their Excellencies the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and senior officials participating in the consultative ministerial meeting of a group of Arab and Islamic countries.
A warm welcome for diplomatic delegations in Riyadh
King Khalid International Airport witnessed the arrival of several high-ranking diplomatic figures, with Engineer Waleed Al-Khuraiji among those receiving them. The official receptions included:
- His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Dr. Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani.
- His Excellency Khalifa Al Marar, Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates.
- His Excellency Ayman Safadi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
- His Excellency Jeyhun Bayramov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
- His Excellency the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Syrian Arab Republic.
These successive visits come as part of responding to the invitation to participate in consultative meetings aimed at unifying visions and positions on current regional and international issues.
General context and historical background of the meeting
Historically, the Saudi capital, Riyadh, has long served as a key platform for launching diplomatic and political initiatives that serve the causes of the Arab and Islamic nations. This consultative meeting is a continuation of a series of summits and meetings hosted by the Kingdom, particularly given the complex geopolitical circumstances in the Middle East. The importance of these initiatives is underscored by the ongoing efforts of the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to forge a unified stance on the successive crises, ensure regional security and stability, and defend shared vital interests.
The importance of the event and its expected impact
On the local level
This intense diplomatic activity underscores the success of Saudi diplomacy in solidifying Riyadh's position as a capital of Arab and Islamic decision-making. It also aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to enhance Saudi Arabia's active and influential presence on the international stage and establish the Kingdom as a major hub for hosting global events and conferences that make a difference in international politics.
At the regional level
Regionally, this meeting represents a vital opportunity to strengthen solidarity among Arab and Islamic states. Direct consultations among foreign ministers are expected to help overcome obstacles and coordinate joint efforts to address the security, political, and economic challenges threatening the region's stability. The diverse attendance also reflects a genuine desire to broaden cooperation and intensify dialogue to resolve regional conflicts.
On the international level
Internationally, this gathering sends a strong and unified message to the international community about the cohesion of the Arab and Islamic position. Emerging from Riyadh with a shared vision will enhance the influence of these countries in international forums, such as the United Nations and the Security Council, granting them greater power to impact UN decisions concerning regional issues and underscoring the necessity of respecting state sovereignty and resolving conflicts through peaceful and effective diplomatic means.
