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Filipino Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Filipino Times
Qatar, Saudi Arabia strengthen border cooperation at third meeting
Officials from Qatar and Saudi Arabia convened in Doha for the third coordination meeting between the Abu Samra and Salwa border crossings, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security and border cooperation. According to a statement from the Ministry of Interior Qatar, the discussions centered on improving joint operations and border processes. 'The meeting focused on enhancing joint operational mechanisms, improving cooperation between the two border posts, and developing coordination efforts to facilitate passenger procedures,' the statement, posted on X, read. The Qatari delegation was led by Colonel Khalid Ali Al Misshal Al Buainain, Chairman of the Permanent Committee for the Management of Abu Samra Border Crossing. Meanwhile, Brigadier General (Navy) Mohammed bin Suleiman Al Balawi, Commander of the Border Guard at the Salwa crossing, represented Saudi Arabia. Abu Samra is Qatar's primary land entry point for travelers and goods from Saudi Arabia, while Salwa serves as the corresponding crossing on the Saudi side. Both are key gateways for trade, tourism, and daily land travel between the two countries.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar, Saudi Arabia hold coordination meeting on Abu Samra, Salwa crossings
The third coordination meeting between the State of Qatar and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was held in Doha on Friday, aimed at discussing ways to enhance security cooperation and improve procedures to facilitate the movement of travelers at the two land border crossings (Abu Samra Crossing and Salwa Crossing). The Qatari side was headed by Chairman of the Permanent Committee for the Management of Abu Samra Crossing Colonel Khalid Ali Al Meshal Al Buainain, while the Saudi side was headed by Commander of the Border Guard at Salwa Crossing Brigadier General (Navy) Mohammed bin Suleiman Al Balawi. During the meeting, discussions focused on enhancing the working mechanisms and joint cooperation between the two crossings, as well as developing coordination between both sides.
