Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call today, Thursday, from France’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Stéphane Séjourné.

During the call, they discussed developments of the regional and international events, including the situation in the Gaza Strip and its surroundings, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

Moreover, few days ago, the Foreign Minister discussed Gaza’s situation with UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron during a phone call.

Farhan and Cameron tackled several regional and international topics of shared concern. One of the most important topics they discussed was Gaza situation and action taken in this regard.

Earlier Saudi-French Talks

Previously, the Governor of Medina Salman bin Sultan welcomed at his office the Consul General of France in Jeddah, Mohammed Nehad, reported Saudi Press Agency.

The Governor wishing him a pleasant stay in Medina. In their meeting, they discussed topics of mutual interest.

Military Cooperation Agreement

Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman, announced last December that he had discussions with his French counterpart, Sebastien Lecornu, reported Al Arabiya.

They witnessed the signing of a military cooperation agreement. Their talks focused on the vision of both countries for the region’s security and stability. They also discussed recent regional and international developments.

France: Top Destination for Saudi Tourists

In the same vein, a Saudi official reported that 140,000 Saudis traveled to France in 2023. Toulon has become a new popular destination for them.

Many Saudi tourism companies participated in a Mediterranean tourism forum in France this November. Companies from 15 Mediterranean countries also joined.

François de Canson, a tourism director in Southern France, confirmed the visit of 140,000 Saudis to France this year. He expects a 20% increase in 2024, nearing 170,000 Saudi tourists.

He noted nearly 800,000 Gulf visitors to France in 2023, including 300,000 Turks and 260,000 people from other Middle Eastern countries.

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