In a diplomatic move underscoring the depth of bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Senegal, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a written message from His Excellency President Bassiro Dionne Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal. The message focused on ways to strengthen and develop the distinguished relations between the two friendly countries in various fields.
The message was delivered by His Excellency the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Engineer Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khuraiji, during his meeting at the Ministry's headquarters in Riyadh with His Excellency the Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to the Kingdom, Mr. Biram M'Banique Diang. The meeting included a comprehensive review of bilateral relations, an exploration of future cooperation prospects, and a discussion of regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Historical context and established relationships
This message comes within the context of deep-rooted historical relations spanning decades, where the Saudi-Senegalese partnership rests on solid foundations of mutual respect, shared interests, and profound religious and cultural ties. Senegal, as a predominantly Muslim country and an active member of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, is a key partner for the Kingdom in West Africa. The Kingdom has consistently supported vital development projects in Senegal through the Saudi Fund for Development, encompassing infrastructure, health, and education sectors, thus contributing to strengthening economic and people-to-people ties between the two nations.
Strategic importance and expected impact
This diplomatic initiative is particularly significant given the transformations the world is witnessing. Domestically, the message reflects the keenness of the new Senegalese leadership to continue its close cooperation with the Kingdom, a pivotal player in the Arab and Islamic worlds. For the Kingdom, strengthening relations with Senegal aligns with the goals of Vision 2030 , which aims to diversify international partnerships and deepen diplomatic and economic influence in Africa, a promising market and a vital strategic area.
Regionally, Saudi-Senegalese coordination contributes to supporting stability and development efforts in the Sahel and West Africa, and to addressing shared security challenges. Internationally, this cooperation strengthens South-South cooperation and underscores the importance of Islamic solidarity in international forums for addressing major global issues, thus paving the way for a promising future for the partnership between Riyadh and Dakar.
