Saudi Arabia and Greece commit to completing submarine cable project
Both nations reaffirm plans to finish the East to Med Data Corridor subsea cable linking digital infrastructure between regions.
At a glance
- Saudi Arabia and Greece reaffirmed commitment to completing the East to Med Data Corridor subsea cable on schedule
- The project aims to enhance digital connectivity between East and West regions
- Both countries discussed energy sector cooperation and expressed concern over attacks on energy infrastructure
- Greece commended Saudi Arabia's efforts to ensure supply chain resilience through alternative export routes
Saudi Arabia and Greece have reaffirmed their commitment to completing the East to Med Data Corridor subsea cable project on schedule, according to a joint statement issued following a visit by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to the kingdom. The project aims to enhance digital connectivity between East and West.
During the visit, discussions also covered energy sector cooperation. Greece commended Saudi Arabia's role in stabilising global oil markets and supporting energy supply security. Both nations expressed concern about attacks on energy infrastructure and stressed the importance of protecting international maritime corridors to ensure uninterrupted energy flows to global markets.
Why it matters
The subsea cable project represents infrastructure investment to strengthen digital links between regions, while energy security discussions reflect ongoing concerns about protecting critical supply routes.
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