NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia’s representative to the UN has hailed the Kingdom’s “significant impact” on fighting hunger and malnutrition around the world through humanitarian food and nutrition projects.
Abdallah Al-Mouallimi made the comments during a virtual UN Security Council meeting on conflict and food security issues.
He said that Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian and relief role is “clearly reflected” through the Kingdom’s work and charity, particularly in conflict zones.
The Kingdom is also “one of the first to respond” and “extend a helping hand” to people around the world, making it one of the most important donor countries, he added.
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Saudi Arabia food relief efforts highlighted in UN meeting
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Saudi Arabia food relief efforts highlighted in UN meeting
Syrian foreign minister congratulates Saudi counterpart on Founding Day
- Asaad Al-Shaibani and Prince Faisal bin Farhan also discuss developments in Syria and the wider region, as well as bilateral cooperation
- This year’s Founding Day marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State
RIYADH: Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad Al-Shaibani, on Monday congratulated his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Founding Day, which this year marked the 299th anniversary of the establishment of the First Saudi State.
During their telephone conversation the ministers also discussed the latest developments in Syria and the wider region, along with ways in which they might strengthen bilateral relations, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
Prince Faisal reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, and highlighted the need for regional stability and security, the Syrian Arab News Agency said.
Founding Day, which was introduced in 2022, is celebrated each year on Feb. 22 and marks the founding of the First Saudi State in 1727.
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