Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a conversation with Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khuraiji. The discussion focused on the opportunities that President Trump's forthcoming visit to Saudi Arabia will present for enhancing the economic and security ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia.
Both officials emphasized the importance of their defense cooperation, highlighting areas where strategic collaboration could be expanded. "They underscored the opportunities that President Trump’s upcoming travel to the Kingdom will bring to deepen the strong U.S.-Saudi economic and security relationship," according to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
The dialogue also included an open exchange on regional security issues that are of mutual concern. Deputy Secretary Landau expressed gratitude for this candid discussion and acknowledged "the Kingdom’s close and continuing partnership."
