Naval delegation visits Saudi Arabia to boost maritime cooperation
Rear Admiral Al-Hamlan also met with Chief of Staff of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces Lieutenant General Mohammed Al-Gharibi. The meeting focused on boosting maritime security in the region through enhanced coordination, joint operations, and the development of future avenues of cooperation in the naval field, the statement added. — KUNA
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