Saudi Arabia will respond decisively to any threat to its security

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman emphasized Saudi Arabia’s commitment to de-escalation and diplomacy in his recent address to the Shoura Council. Nevertheless, he clarified that the nation's security holds supreme importance, stating, "We will not hesitate to respond decisively to any threat or attack aimed at undermining it."

Delivering the annual royal address, the Crown Prince outlined the Kingdom’s key domestic and foreign policy priorities. He highlighted Saudi Arabia’s robust human and military capabilities, stressing its ability to confront and deter threats from any source. "The attacks targeting all the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states underscore that Gulf security and stability are indivisible," he noted.

He expressed Saudi Arabia's collaborative efforts with its GCC brothers in safeguarding regional security and stability, pursuing strategic cooperation, and economic integration, in alignment with King Salman's vision. The Crown Prince also mentioned the establishment of the Makkah Defense Pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, highlighting their shared efforts in promoting security and stability in the region.

Saudi Arabia, in the context of global energy security, has taken the initiative to form the Multinational Maritime Defense Alliance. The Crown Prince pointed out the alliance’s role in enhancing maritime security, protecting shared interests in international waterways, and rejecting their exploitation for political or economic gain.

He emphasized Saudi Arabia’s role in global energy security during the current energy crisis, stating, "Today, the world faces an energy crisis with potentially far-reaching consequences." The Kingdom, he added, has been crucial in maintaining oil supplies to international markets despite escalating tensions.

The Crown Prince urged the international community to fulfill its responsibilities to ensure the safe flow of essential goods and humanitarian aid.