Crown Prince and Emir of Qatar speak: Discussing relations and regional developments
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a telephone call today, Thursday, from his brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. This call comes within the framework of ongoing coordination and continuous consultation between the leaderships of the two brotherly countries, reflecting the depth of the fraternal and historical ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the State of Qatar.
During the call, the two sides reviewed the strong fraternal relations between their countries and ways to enhance and develop them in various fields, in order to serve the interests of both brotherly peoples and fulfill their aspirations for further progress and prosperity. They also discussed regional and international developments of mutual interest and the efforts being made to promote security and stability in the region.
The depth of Saudi-Qatari relations
Saudi-Qatari relations hold significant strategic importance within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) framework. These relations have witnessed remarkable development and qualitative leaps in recent years, particularly following the Al-Ula Summit, which established a new phase of joint Gulf action. The Saudi-Qatari Coordination Council is one of the most important outcomes of this rapprochement, serving as a comprehensive institutional framework to enhance bilateral cooperation in the political, security, economic, investment, and cultural spheres.
Coordinating positions on regional issues
This contact comes at a critical juncture, as the Middle East and the world witness rapid geopolitical shifts, necessitating high-level coordination between Riyadh and Doha. Both kingdoms play a pivotal role in shaping the region's political landscape, sharing a vision of prioritizing dialogue and diplomatic solutions to current crises. Coordination between the Crown Prince and the Emir of Qatar is a cornerstone for unifying the Gulf and Arab stance in the face of international challenges, whether related to energy security or the region's pressing political issues.
Strategic partnership and future visions
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and Qatar’s National Vision 2030 share many ambitious goals, particularly in diversifying income sources, boosting investments, and developing the tourism and sports sectors. This phone call reflects the two leaderships’ commitment to following up on and advancing joint cooperation initiatives, confirming that relations between Riyadh and Doha are steadily progressing towards a comprehensive strategic partnership that will benefit the entire region.
