Saudi foreign minister meets Russian, Canadian and EU officials
Discussions on sidelines of G20 meeting in Atlanta focus on regional security and maritime threats.
At a glance
- Saudi foreign minister held three separate bilateral meetings at G20 gathering in Atlanta
- Discussions addressed Yemen escalation and maritime navigation threats in key shipping routes
- Canadian and Saudi officials condemned Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabia
- All parties reaffirmed commitment to regional security and stability
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate meetings with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, and European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas during the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta.
The discussions covered bilateral relations and regional developments, including escalation in Yemen and threats to maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab Al-Mandab Strait. Canadian and Saudi officials condemned attacks by the Houthi militia, while all parties emphasised the importance of regional security and stability.
Why it matters
The meetings reflect diplomatic engagement on regional security concerns amid ongoing tensions affecting shipping routes and regional stability.
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