Official Visit of His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense
A Warm Reception
In a grand display of diplomacy and friendship, His Excellency US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin warmly welcomed His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, to the Ministry of Defense in Washington, DC. This official visit is seen as a testament to the strong and historical friendly relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America.
Official Reception Ceremony
Upon arrival at the Ministry of Defense headquarters, His Highness was greeted with an official reception ceremony, organized to honor his visit. The guards of honor stood in formation as the national anthems of both countries echoed through the air. His Highness then marked this special occasion by recording his presence in the register of official visits.
Promoting Strategic Partnership
The Minister of Defense and the US Secretary of Defense engaged in an official discussion session to further strengthen and develop the strategic partnership between their nations. They emphasized the vital role played by both countries in achieving international peace and security and explored avenues to enhance their collaboration in the military and defense fields.
Focused on Global Affairs
The discussions extended to the latest regional and international developments. In line with their shared vision, His Highness and His Excellency exchanged perspectives on ongoing efforts and explored ways to address common challenges. Their shared commitment to addressing issues of mutual interest further deepened the friendship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America.
Notable Attendees
The reception boasted the presence of esteemed personalities from both sides. Her Royal Highness Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the United States of America, lent her grace and authority to the occasion. Other distinguished attendees from the Saudi Arabian delegation included Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamid Al-Ruwaili, the Chief of the General Staff, and Dr. Khalid bin Hussein Al-Bayari, the Assistant Minister of Defense for Executive Affairs.
The American side also showcased their commitment to bilateral relations with the presence of Lieutenant General Charles Brown, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Lieutenant General Ronald Clark, Senior Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense. Brian Seagraves, the Special Assistant Secretary of Defense for Policy, Kelly Magsamin, the Director of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Brigadier General Richard Quirk, Military Attaché at the United States Embassy to the Kingdom, also lent their expertise and insights to the discussions.
