Saudi Gazette report

JEDDAH — The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chaired the Cabinet session held Tuesday in Jeddah, where key regional and international developments were discussed, including Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Syria and the situation in Gaza.

The Cabinet reviewed a message received by the King from Eswatini’s King Mswati III, as well as a phone call between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Syrian President Ahmad Al-Shara, during which Saudi Arabia reiterated its firm support for Syria, condemned Israeli aggression on Syrian territory, and rejected external interference in the country’s internal affairs.

The Cabinet underscored the importance of the joint statement issued by Saudi Arabia and several Arab nations, reaffirming commitment to Syria’s unity, stability, and reconstruction.

Minister of Media Salman Al-Dosary stated that the Cabinet also reviewed the Kingdom’s humanitarian efforts in Syria through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s ongoing support for crisis-affected nations.

The Cabinet welcomed the recent statement by 26 international partners calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza, the lifting of all restrictions on humanitarian aid, and its safe delivery to the population.

It urged the international community to take swift, practical steps in response to Israel’s continued obstruction, which hinders regional and global peace efforts.

Saudi Arabia also hailed the signing of a declaration of principles between the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Congo River Alliance, expressing hope that the agreement would help improve humanitarian and economic conditions and promote international peace and security.

In a step toward energy leadership, the Cabinet welcomed the signing of agreements and MoUs aimed at establishing an integrated system for exporting renewable energy and green hydrogen from Saudi Arabia to Europe, reinforcing the Kingdom’s role in international logistics and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.

The Cabinet commended the achievements of the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), including its contribution to non-oil GDP, job creation, and expansion of local manufacturing capabilities.

The success of the Saudi conjoined twins separation program was also praised, with the Cabinet highlighting its global humanitarian impact, having cared for 150 twins from 27 countries and performed 65 successful separation surgeries.

In the field of intellectual property, the Cabinet noted the election of Saudi Arabia to lead international committees within the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), affirming the Kingdom’s global influence and leadership.

The Cabinet also welcomed the hosting of key international events, including the 8th Global Health Exhibition, the Global Symposium for Regulators, and the 2027 International Conference of Internal Auditors, further cementing Saudi Arabia’s role as a hub for governance, oversight, and professional excellence.

Additionally, the Cabinet assigned Jeddah Municipality to oversee and protect the coastal stretch from Al-Sathah in Rabigh to Al-Kadof in Al-Qunfudhah.