Foreign Minister Dr Abdulla Khaleel met with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud in Riyadh on Thursday for official talks.

During the meeting at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both ministers reaffirmed the strong friendship between their countries and highlighted the importance of continued cooperation.

Minister Dr Khaleel expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s ongoing support in the Maldives’ development and emphasised shared Islamic values and common interests that strengthen their partnership. The ministers also discussed expanding bilateral cooperation and working together in international forums.

Minister Dr Khaleel was joined by Maldivian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmed Sareer, Secretary Bilateral Dr Hala Hameed, Joint Secretary Khadeeja Najeeha, and Embassy Counsellor Ahmed Fazeel.