The Foreign Minister heads the Saudi delegation at the Munich Security Conference
His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs, arrived today in Munich, Federal Republic of Germany, to head the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's delegation participating in the Munich Security Conference 2026. This visit reflects the Kingdom's commitment to strengthening its active presence in international forums concerned with global security and political decision-making.
The composition of the Kingdom's delegation: a diversity that reflects the comprehensiveness of the security concept
The Kingdom's delegation participating in the conference includes a distinguished group of leaders and officials, reflecting the Kingdom's comprehensive view of the modern concept of security, which extends beyond traditional military dimensions. The delegation includes His Excellency Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Member of the Council of Ministers, and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs; His Excellency Majid bin Mohammed Al-Mazyad, Governor of the National Cybersecurity Authority; and His Excellency Major General Fahd bin Hamad Al-Otaibi, CEO of the Center for Strategic Defense Studies and Research. This diversity in the delegation clearly indicates the Kingdom's focus on climate security and cybersecurity as integral components of its national and international security framework.
Munich Security Conference: A global platform for policymaking
Founded in 1963, the Munich Security Conference (MSC) is the world’s foremost platform for discussing international security policies. Often referred to as the “Davos of Defense,” it annually brings together hundreds of decision-makers, heads of state and government, foreign and defense ministers, as well as leaders of international organizations and civil society. Since its inception, the conference has aimed to build trust and contribute to peaceful conflict resolution through ongoing informal dialogue, making it a strategic opportunity for influential nations to present their perspectives on current challenges.
The importance of Saudi participation and its regional and international impact
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's participation in this forum is of paramount strategic importance, given its political and economic weight in the Middle East and the world. His Highness the Minister of Foreign Affairs and members of the delegation are scheduled to discuss the most pressing regional and international issues and the challenges facing global security and stability during the conference sessions. Through this participation, the Kingdom seeks to reaffirm its pivotal role in combating terrorism, supporting peace efforts, and strengthening international cooperation in addressing cyber threats and climate change, in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which focuses on building effective international partnerships that ensure stability and prosperity for the region and the world.
