World · Middle East · 4 hrs ago
Saudi and Chinese envoys discuss regional tensions and maritime security
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Chinese envoy Chai Jiyuan at the ministry in Riyadh.
They reviewed relations between Saudi Arabia and China and discussed developments across the region.
They discussed ongoing Houthi attacks on civilians and civilian sites in Saudi Arabia, and the effects on regional security and stability.
They also discussed diplomatic efforts to contain crises and reduce tensions.
Both sides stressed the need to protect energy security and maritime routes, including freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
They said safe passage matters for global trade and supply chains.
The meeting included Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati; no further steps were announced.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Chinese government Middle East envoy Chai Jiyuan in Riyadh.
They discussed regional developments, including ongoing Houthi attacks on civilian targets and civilians in Saudi Arabia.
The sides also discussed regional issues and diplomatic efforts to contain crises and reduce escalation.
They stressed energy security and safe maritime routes and freedom of navigation, especially through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- Who
- Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Chinese government Middle East envoy Chai Jiyuan.
- What
- They discussed regional developments, diplomatic efforts, energy security and maritime safety.
- When
- Not stated.
- Where
- At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Riyadh.
- Why
- To discuss regional developments and efforts to contain crises and reduce escalation, as well as energy security and freedom of navigation.
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- Saudi official
- Prince Faisal bin Farhan
- Chinese envoy
- Chai Jiyuan
- Meeting place
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters, Riyadh
- Maritime routes
- Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Strait
- Additional attendee
- Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Dr. Saud Al-Sati