The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, sent a congratulatory cable to the President of the Republic of Serbia, Aleksandar Vucic, on the occasion of his country’s National Day, in accordance with the diplomatic protocols that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is keen to follow in strengthening ties of friendship with the countries of the world.
Telegram from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques
In his telegram, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed his sincerest congratulations and best wishes for continued health and happiness to His Excellency, and for continued progress and prosperity to the government and people of the friendly Republic of Serbia. This message of congratulations underscores the depth of the relations between the two countries and the Saudi leadership's commitment to sharing in the national celebrations of friendly nations, reflecting the Kingdom's balanced foreign policy and its openness to diverse cultures and peoples.
Congratulations to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, also sent a similar congratulatory cable to the President of the Republic of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, on the occasion of his country's National Day. His Royal Highness expressed his warmest congratulations and best wishes for continued health and happiness to the Serbian President, and wished the government and people of the friendly Republic of Serbia further progress and prosperity, in a gesture reflecting His Royal Highness's commitment to strengthening international relations and building bridges of cooperation.
The historical significance of Serbian National Day
The Republic of Serbia celebrates its National Day, known as “State Day” (Sretenje), on February 15th each year. This date holds deep significance in Serbian memory, commemorating two pivotal events in the country's history. The first is the outbreak of the First Serbian Uprising against Ottoman rule in 1804, which paved the way for the independence of modern Serbia. The second is the adoption of the first constitution of the Principality of Serbia in 1835, which was considered at the time one of the most democratic and liberal constitutions in Europe. This day serves as an annual opportunity to remember the national struggle and renew the commitment to building a strong and prosperous state.
Dimensions of Saudi-Serbian relations
Relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Serbia are gaining increasing importance in light of global geopolitical and economic developments. Through its Vision 2030, the Kingdom seeks to diversify its international partnerships and expand its engagement with the Balkans and Eastern European countries, recognizing the promising opportunities they offer in investment, tourism, and cultural exchange. These official communications demonstrate mutual respect and a shared desire to broaden bilateral relations, serving the interests of both nations and enhancing cooperation in international forums.
