Jeddah: His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired the Cabinet meeting in Jeddah.
The Cabinet thanked Allah for the successful Hajj season, where over 1.6 million pilgrims performed rituals smoothly. Saudi Arabia’s efforts ensured safety and comfort for all.
The meeting discussed support for Iranian pilgrims and reviewed messages from leaders of Venezuela, Vietnam, and Angola to strengthen ties. The Cabinet also reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s support for peace, stability in Qatar, and a solution for Palestine.
Key highlights:
- Global Water Organization launched in Riyadh.
- Saudi Arabia elected vice chair of WHO Executive Board.
- IMF praised Saudi economy’s growth under Vision 2030.
Decisions included:
- Visa exemption for Saudi and Italian diplomats.
- Cooperation with Algeria against organized crime.
- Mining partnership with Zambia.
- Biometric registration for cruise travelers.
