Saudi FM Arrives in Damascus Accompanied by High-Level Economic Delegation
Saudi Foreign Minister (FM) Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah and the high-level accompanying economic delegation arrived today in the Syrian capital, Damascus, on an official visit.
The high-level economic delegation includes Mohammed bin Mazyad Al-Tuwaijri, Advisor at the Royal Court; Abdulmohsen bin Saad Al-Khalaf, Deputy Minister of Finance; Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al-Dubaikhi, Assistant Minister of Investment; Abdullah bin Fahd bin Zaraa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Economic and Development Affairs; as well as several officials from various sectors.
During the visit, Saudi FM is scheduled to meet with President Ahmed Al-Shara, the President of the Syrian Republic.
Meanwhile, the high-level economic delegation will hold a consultation session with their Syrian counterparts, aiming to explore avenues for joint cooperation that will support Syria's economy, contribute to the strengthening of its governmental institutions, and fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people.
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