Saudi deputy foreign minister meets Sri Lankan counterpart in Belgrade
Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji meets Sri Lanka’s Arun Himachandra to discuss strengthening bilateral relations at a conference in Serbia.
Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji attended the 65th anniversary meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement in Serbia, representing Saudi Arabia. He spoke on behalf of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. Al-Khuraiji expressed gratitude to President Aleksandar Vučić and the Serbian government for hosting the event amid global challenges.
He reiterated Saudi Arabia's commitment to the Non-Aligned Movement's core principles, including state sovereignty and independent decision-making, and its rejection of force in resolving disputes. Al-Khuraiji emphasized Saudi Arabia's value for the Movement's principles and objectives as essential for international cooperation.
He highlighted the importance of peaceful political solutions and adherence to international law, pointing to the UN Security Council's recent resolution on freedom of navigation. Al-Khuraiji addressed the Israeli occupation's impact on the Middle East, calling for a swift, just, comprehensive, and final resolution to the Palestinian issue as a prerequisite for regional peace and security.
He stated that Saudi Arabia believes reducing tensions is a long-term priority, encouraging regional states to avoid policies that heighten tensions and work toward shared interests that foster stability and development.
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