His Highness Minister of Foreign Affairs Joins GCC Ministerial Coordination Meeting in New York

In a pivotal gathering on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, took part in the ministerial coordination meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The high-level discussions occurred in New York City today, focusing on advancing regional cooperation and addressing urgent international issues.

During the meeting, attendees reviewed the progress of joint Gulf initiatives, evaluating the current regional landscape and international challenges. Central to the discussions were the escalating tensions in Gaza and Rafah City, with a pressing call for an immediate ceasefire to ensure the safety of civilians. The leaders emphasized the necessity of securing humanitarian corridors to facilitate the delivery of essential aid and relief to affected areas.

Prominent Saudi officials, including Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Rassi, Undersecretary for Multilateral International Affairs, and Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the UN, accompanied Prince Faisal. Other key figures, such as Abdulrahman Al-Daoud, Director General of the Foreign Minister’s Office, and Anas Al-Wassidi, Director of the GCC Department, also participated in this crucial meeting, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s active role in shaping Gulf diplomacy.

This high-level dialogue underscores the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to fostering regional stability and addressing humanitarian crises, as part of its broader leadership within the GCC framework.