Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman has held separate discussions with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and his counterparts from Canada, Germany and Spain on defence cooperation and the latest regional developments, including Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.
In a post on social media platform X, Prince Khalid said his conversation with Rutte focused on strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing coordination on regional issues to support security and stability at both regional and international levels.
The two officials also exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, he added.
In a separate telephone conversation with Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty, Prince Khalid discussed opportunities to expand defence ties between Saudi Arabia and Canada, alongside developments in the region. Both sides condemned the Houthi attacks against the Kingdom.
The Saudi defence minister also expressed condolences over the deaths of Canadian military personnel in a fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta and wished those injured a speedy recovery.
Prince Khalid also spoke with German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, with discussions focusing on bilateral defence relations and coordination over regional developments. Both ministers condemned the attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and stressed the importance of promoting regional security and stability.
During another call, Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles and Prince Khalid reviewed opportunities to strengthen defence cooperation and further develop relations between their countries.
They also discussed the regional situation following the Houthi attacks against the Kingdom and efforts to maintain peace and stability.
