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Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025

Strengthening Franco-Saudi Ties: Macron’s Strategic Visit, Diplomatic Engagements, and Saudi's Multinational Military Drills

Macron and Bin Salman Forge Strategic Partnership Amid Regional Diplomacy and Economic Collaboration in Saudi Arabia.
French President Emmanuel Macron is in Saudi Arabia to strengthen Franco-Saudi relations through talks on regional stability and economic collaboration, with discussions covering Lebanon, the Gaza conflict, and Syrian stability alongside meetings with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. In addition, Macron will participate in environmental forums and cultural engagements that underscore bilateral cooperation in tourism, fintech, and renewable energy.

Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji is solidifying diplomatic ties closer to home, meeting with the new Palestinian Ambassador Mazen Ghoneim and the Turkmenistan Ambassador Orazmuhammet Charyev in Riyadh to discuss enhancing bilateral relations.

Across the globe, President Joe Biden has issued an unprecedented "full and unconditional" pardon for his son Hunter Biden amidst legal controversies, marking a historical moment as no sitting president has previously pardoned their child, drawing comparisons to past presidential pardons of family members and close allies.

In related U.S. news, President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark warning of severe repercussions if hostages in Gaza are not freed by his upcoming inauguration on January 20, 2025, following the ongoing conflict that has seen significant casualties, with efforts by the current administration to negotiate for hostage release yet to succeed.

Back in the Middle East, a strategic partnership is being forged between Saudi Arabia and France as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Emmanuel Macron sign a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Strategic Partnership Council, formalizing their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and exploring cooperative opportunities.

Additionally, Saudi Arabia is hosting the Tuwaiq 4 military drills at Prince Sultan Airbase, drawing air force participation from multiple nations, including the UK, US, and UAE, in strategic aviation exercises aimed at enhancing multinational cooperation, readiness, and combat efficiency over the course of two comprehensive weeks.
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