British Minister of State for the Middle East, Lord Tariq Ahmad, called the two-state solution a \u201cshared principle\u201d for both the UK and Saudi Arabia, and insisted it is an \u201cirreversible path.\u201d
\nLord Ahmad stated that during the ongoing crisis in Israel and Palestine and the severe humanitarian situation in Gaza, both the UK and Saudi Arabia are focused on addressing this issue.
\nThe minister noted that it is one of many areas where the two Kingdoms are working together.
\nThe minister emphasized that the Saudi-British partnership is built on mutual respect and shared aspirations. He highlighted the collaborative efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.
\nHe spoke to Asharq Al-Awsat at the British Foreign Office at a time when a large British delegation, comprising over 400 senior government officials and top executives from major companies, arrived in Saudi Arabia.
\nThey were there to participate in the \u201cGREAT FUTURES\u201d initiative conference, created by the Saudi-British Strategic Partnership Council, co-chaired by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
\nNumerous announcements and investments totaling billions of pounds were made at the gathering. Lord Ahmad, reflecting on his 20-year career as a banker in London, emphasized the substantial investments made by Saudi companies in the UK capital markets, highlighting the significance of their relationship.
\nSunak, addressing conference attendees through video, noted that trade between the two countries surpasses $21 billion.
\nDeputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, speaking at the forum\u2019s launch, expressed a desire for more than just supporting Saudi Arabia\u2019s Vision 2030; he expressed a wish to actively participate in it.
\nSaudi Trade Minister Majid Al-Qasabi also pointed out the promising economic prospects in Saudi Arabia and the extensive collaboration between the two Kingdoms.
\nHe mentioned that Saudi Arabia is focused on economic diversification and holds substantial potential.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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