The Crown Prince chairs a Cabinet session in Riyadh

The Cabinet met in Riyadh under the chairmanship of Mohammed bin Salman, combining a review of Saudi diplomatic contacts with regional and regulatory matters. The report offers a view of government work and the issues considered by the Council.

On 3 November 2026, Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, chaired a Cabinet session in Riyadh. The meeting opened with a review of diplomatic messages and calls connected to the Kingdom’s international relations.

The review covered a message received from Malaysia’s king, a message sent to China’s president, and calls with the presidents of South Korea and Romania and Spain’s prime minister. The Council also reviewed the outcome of receiving Jordan’s Crown Prince, reflecting continued consultation with partner and friendly countries.

The Council discussed international developments and Saudi diplomatic efforts to support regional security, stability and continued development. The discussion emphasized coordinated positions and joint work on regional issues.

The Cabinet also renewed Saudi Arabia’s position rejecting violations that threaten maritime security and waterways, emphasizing the protection of international trade and respect for international law. The meeting also followed government and regulatory matters, including approval of the National Space Policy and directions on agenda items.

The session’s outcomes reflect the continued connection between government work, diplomatic action and the protection of economic and security interests, with implementation matters referred to the relevant authorities.

Original publisher: Saudi Press Agency · 3 November 2026