His Excellency President Bassiro Diomae Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal, and his accompanying delegation, arrived today, Thursday, in Jeddah, on a visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that reflects the depth of the fraternal ties between the two brotherly countries.
At the forefront of those who received His Excellency upon his arrival at King Abdulaziz International Airport was His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region, who welcomed the distinguished guest and his accompanying delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay in the Kingdom.
Also participating in the reception ceremony were His Excellency the Mayor of Jeddah, Saleh bin Ali Al-Turki, the Director of the Makkah Region Police, Major General Saleh Al-Jabri, the Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal to the Kingdom, Biram Mbaneck Dieng, in addition to the Director of Royal Protocol in the Makkah Region, Ahmed Abdullah bin Thafir, and a number of officials.
The depth of Saudi-Senegalese relations
This visit comes within the framework of the historical and strong relations that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Senegal, relations between the two countries characterized by continuous cooperation and joint coordination in various international and Islamic forums. Senegal is considered a strategic partner of the Kingdom in the West African region, as both countries share a mutual commitment to strengthening regional and international peace and security.
The importance and timing of the visit
President Basiru Diomae Faye's visit is of particular importance, especially as it comes at a time of significant development in Saudi-African relations under the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which places great emphasis on strengthening economic and political partnerships with African nations. This visit is expected to open new avenues for bilateral cooperation in various fields, including the economy, investment, energy, and culture.
Prospects for joint cooperation
The Kingdom has long been a major supporter of development projects in Senegal through the Saudi Fund for Development, and this visit presents an opportunity to strengthen this cooperation and expand it further. Religious ties also play a pivotal role in the relationship between the two peoples, as Jeddah is the main gateway to the Two Holy Mosques, making it a frequent destination for Senegalese officials and citizens performing Hajj and Umrah, which reinforces the bonds of Islamic brotherhood that unite the two nations.
