Saudi Crown Prince Calls Trump
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who also serves as the Prime Minister, engaged in a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday evening, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
During the call, the Crown Prince relayed the congratulations of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, to President Trump on his inauguration and the beginning of his term as President of the United States. Both leaders expressed their hopes for progress and prosperity for the American people.
The discussion covered avenues for cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the United States aimed at fostering peace, security, and stability in the Middle East, alongside enhancing bilateral efforts to combat terrorism.
The conversation also touched on strengthening bilateral relations across various sectors. Crown Prince Mohammed highlighted the potential economic prosperity in the U.S. due to the anticipated reforms under Trump’s administration, expressing Saudi Arabia’s intent to capitalize on investment and partnership opportunities.
The Crown Prince emphasized Saudi Arabia’s ambition to expand its investments and trade relations with the U.S., targeting $600 billion over the next four years, with potential for further increases if additional opportunities arise.
President Trump expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the congratulations from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed, affirming his commitment to work closely with Saudi leadership on mutual interests.
This high-level communication underscores the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States, focusing on economic growth, security, and regional stability. As both nations look forward to deepening their ties, this call sets a proactive tone for future collaborations.
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