Saudi foreign minister meets International Crisis Group chief

Prince Faisal bin Farhan hold talks with Comfort Ero in Munich. (Supplied)
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Updated 19 February 2023
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Saudi foreign minister meets International Crisis Group chief

  • Prince Faisal bin Farhan met German Chancellery Foreign and Security Policy Adviser Jens Ploetner to discuss both regional and international issues

RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Sunday met Comfort Ero, the president and CEO of the International Crisis Group, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

They discussed the latest regional and international developments, and exchanged views on various topics, most notably the Russia-Ukraine conflict and efforts aimed at reaching a political solution that achieved peace and security.

The two sides also looked at the importance of intensifying multilateral action and strengthening cooperation between governments and civil society institutions to ensure security, stability and prosperity.

The Saudi minister on Saturday held meetings with his Dutch, Austrian and Pakistani counterparts, and discussed ways to support and enhance relationships between the Kingdom and those countries.

He also met German Chancellery Foreign and Security Policy Adviser Jens Ploetner to discuss both regional and international issues.

 

 


Saudi wildlife center releases 140 wild animals into royal reserve

The initiatives aim to enhance ecological balance and restore biodiversity in natural habitats. (SPA)
Updated 07 February 2026
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Saudi wildlife center releases 140 wild animals into royal reserve

  • This milestone reflects significant progress in the management and governance of wildlife across the Kingdom, supporting the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative and aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030

RIYADH: The National Center for Wildlife released 140 wild animals into the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve as part of ongoing programs to reintroduce endangered species. The initiatives aim to enhance ecological balance and restore biodiversity in natural habitats.

The release, carried out in cooperation with the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority, included 30 Arabian oryx, 70 reem gazelles (sand gazelles), and 40 houbara bustards, the SPA reported on Thursday. 

The initiative forms part of efforts to reintroduce species to their natural habitats and establish stable, self-sustaining wildlife populations capable of breeding, contributing to improved ecosystem functioning and sustainability.

The NCW continues to implement its strategic plans for wildlife development, with the total number of animals reintroduced through its specialized programs now exceeding 10,000.

This milestone reflects significant progress in the management and governance of wildlife across the Kingdom, supporting the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative and aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.