Foreign Minister Meets Portuguese Counterpart, Holds Official Talks

Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah met today in Lisbon with Minister of State and Foreign Affairs of the Portuguese Republic Paulo Rangel.

 The two sides held official talks covering regional and international developments, including efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. They welcomed the agreement between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America to end military operations and launch detailed negotiations toward a lasting settlement, underscoring the importance of diplomatic solutions in maintaining regional security and stability.

 Prince Faisal bin Farhan renewed his congratulations to Portugal on its election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2027-2028, wishing it success during its term in a way that supports international peace and security.

 The foreign minister also expressed appreciation for Portugal’s positions in support of regional issues, including its official recognition of the State of Palestine and support for peaceful solutions and initiatives to implement the two-state solution.

 He further commended Portugal for hosting the King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Centre for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue (KAICIID) in Lisbon, praising its role in promoting understanding and coexistence among peoples.

 The Portuguese minister expressed his country's appreciation for the Kingdom's positions, calling for de-escalation and supporting diplomatic efforts and peaceful solutions at the regional and international levels.

 He affirmed Portugal’s keenness to continue coordinating and working jointly with the Kingdom to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and investment fields.