Saudi Arabia, France sign plan for cooperation on capabilities and military industries

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Updated 20 December 2023
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Saudi Arabia, France sign plan for cooperation on capabilities and military industries

RIYADH: The defense departments of Saudi Arabia and France have signed an executive plan for “cooperation on capabilities, military industries, and R&D,” the Saudi defense minister said.
Prince Khalid bin Salman oversaw the signing ceremony in Paris, where he is on an official visit.

The Saudi defense minister said he reviewed “strategic relations, defense cooperation and shared vision for regional security and stability” with Sébastien Lecornu, French minister responsible for the armed forces. “We also discussed the latest regional and international developments, as well as other topics of common interest,” said the Saudi minister in a post on X on Wednesday.
Prince Khalid arrived in the French capital with a delegation and will meet several French officials during the trip.


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.