Saudi foreign minister meets Albanian premier in Tirana

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana. (Supplied)
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Updated 12 September 2021
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Saudi foreign minister meets Albanian premier in Tirana

  • The two sides reviewed the friendly and respectful relations between the two countries

TIRANA: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana on Saturday.

The meeting was attended by Albanian Foreign Minister Olta Xhacka.

Prince Faisal sent greetings from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the prime minister and the people of Albania.

Rama also conveyed his greetings to the Saudi leadership and the Kingdom’s people.

The two sides reviewed the friendly and respectful relations between the two countries. They also discussed ways to strengthen and develop mutual cooperation in all fields.

In addition, the two sides discussed regional and international developments, and ways deepen the economic partnership between the two countries in light of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

Prince Faisal and Rama also discussed ways to boost bilateral cooperation regarding regional and international peace efforts.

The official talks session reviewed the Kingdom’s international efforts in preserving the environment, including the Saudi and Middle East Green Initiatives, which offer a clear path forward to achieve international targets.


Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace

Updated 30 January 2026
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Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace

  • The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship

RIYADH: Exhibits on display at the King Abdulaziz Palace in the historic village of Laynah highlight rich aspects of human history and environmental change in the Arabian Peninsula as part of a series of palace activation events organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority during the Darb Zubaida Winter Season.

The exhibits feature rare historical artifacts carrying cultural and scientific significance that document different lifestyles and environmental shifts in the region over the centuries.

Among the most notable pieces is a traditional rifle crafted from natural wood and fitted with a handwoven leather strap, historically used for hunting and protection.

The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship.

The authority stated that the palace welcomes visitors daily until Feb. 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., as part of unified tourism programs aimed at organizing visitor flow and providing opportunities to explore historical sites in a safe and engaging environment.