Saudi crown prince, French president discuss regional developments in Riyadh
RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received French President Emmanuel Macron at the Royal Court of Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Wednesday. **media[2783488]** During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the historic and strategic relations between the two countries and
RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received French President Emmanuel Macron at the Royal Court of Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Wednesday. **media[2783488]** During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the historic and strategic relations between the two countries and explored avenues for further strengthening Saudi-French cooperation across various fields. They discussed ways to advance their shared interests for the mutual benefit of the two friendly nations. **media[2783484]**They also exchanged views on the latest developments in regional and international affairs and coordinated efforts to address them, with the aim of promoting regional and international security and stability. **media[2783487]** Minister of Energy and Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman; Deputy Emir of Riyadh Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman; Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan; Minister of State, Member of the Cabinet, and National Security Advisor Dr. Musaed Al-Aiban; Minister of Commerce Dr. Majid Al-Qasabi; President of the General Intelligence Khalid Al-Humaidan; and Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs Dr. Khalid Al-Bayari attended the meeting. **media[2783486]** From the French side, the reception was attended by Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot; Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin; Minister Delegate for the Armed Forces Alice Rufo; Minister Delegate for Trade and Investment Nicolas Forissier; Diplomatic Advisor to the President Emmanuel Bonne; Chief of Staff to the President Lt. Gen. Vincent Giraud; Deputy Diplomatic Advisor to the President Dora Cattuti; and French Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Patrick Maisonnave.