His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, discussed with his brother, His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the latest regional and international developments, within the framework of continuous coordination and ongoing consultation between the two wise leaderships to enhance joint Arab action and unify positions towards current challenges.
Strengthening regional security and stability
These talks come at a critical and sensitive time for the Middle East, where there is a growing and urgent need to intensify diplomatic efforts to contain escalating crises and avert scenarios of escalation that could drag the region into a spiral of violence and instability. During their review of the situation, both sides emphasized the necessity of exerting every possible effort to reduce tensions, stressing the importance of prioritizing dialogue and political and diplomatic solutions to ensure the security of the region's peoples and protect their resources from any potential threats.
The depth of Saudi-Jordanian relations
This event cannot be understood in isolation from the historical context of Saudi-Jordanian relations, which have been characterized by strength and stability for decades. Relations between Riyadh and Amman serve as a model for Arab-Arab relations, as the two kingdoms are bound by deep fraternal ties and shared strategic interests, reinforced by geographical proximity, history, and a common destiny. Bilateral cooperation mechanisms, such as the Saudi-Jordanian Coordination Council, play a pivotal role in framing this cooperation across various political, security, and economic fields, making coordination between the two leaderships both routine and essential.
Coordinating positions on critical issues
Coordination between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a cornerstone of the Arab national security system. The two countries share identical views on most regional issues, most notably the Palestinian cause, with Riyadh and Amman consistently supporting the rights of the Palestinian people and the establishment of their independent state in accordance with international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. Both sides recognize that Jordan's stability is integral to Saudi Arabia's, and vice versa, making consultations between the Crown Prince and King Abdullah II essential for addressing shared security challenges and combating terrorism and extremism.
International weight and economic dimensions
Beyond the political and security dimensions, these meetings carry significant strategic and developmental weight. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as a member of the G20 and a global economic and spiritual power, and Jordan, with its pivotal geopolitical position and its role as the Hashemite custodian of the holy sites, together constitute a diplomatic force capable of influencing international decisions. This political coordination aligns with the economic visions of both countries, particularly within the framework of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, where investment cooperation is witnessing remarkable growth in electricity interconnection, transportation, and energy projects, thus enhancing opportunities for economic prosperity for the people of both brotherly nations.
