Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, held a crucial meeting with Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam on the sidelines of the Summit between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The meeting, which took place in Riyadh, marked an essential diplomatic engagement aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and exploring opportunities for collaboration in various sectors.
In the meeting, the two leaders discussed the importance of fostering stronger ties between their nations and explored potential avenues for mutual growth and development. Both sides expressed a commitment to deepening their collaboration in fields such as energy, economy, and sports.
Key members of the Saudi Arabian delegation present at the meeting included Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Cabinet Member Prince Turki bin Mohammad bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of the National Guard Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. The official delegation of the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam was also in attendance.
During the private discussions, the leaders addressed a significant regional issue – the Palestinian conflict. Both Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah expressed their concerns and reiterated their support for finding a just and lasting solution to this long-standing dispute. The meeting served as a platform for constructive dialogue and reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to regional stability and peace.
This encounter between the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam reflects the enduring strength of diplomatic relations between the two nations and their shared commitment to working together for the betterment of the region. The discussions held on the sidelines of the GCC-ASEAN Summit underline the significance of multilateral forums in facilitating constructive dialogues and fostering partnerships to address complex regional challenges.







