Saudi Arabia’s Qattan Meets South Sudan’s FM in Juba
Ahmad bin Abdulaziz Qattan, Advisor at the Royal Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met with South Sudan’s Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Deng Dau Deng in Juba on Tuesday.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed the bilateral relations between their countries and issues of mutual concern.
Deng expressed South Sudan’s support for the Kingdom’s hosting of World Expo 2030 in Riyadh.
He stressed that South Sudan also welcomes the convening of the first Saudi-African and the fifth Arab-African summits in the Kingdom this year.
Qattan expressed the Kingdom’s appreciation for South Sudan’s support, reflecting the unique relations between the Kingdom and South Sudan.
The two sides also discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation between their countries in various fields, including trade, investment, and energy.
They agreed to continue their close coordination on regional and international issues of common interest.
The meeting was held in a friendly and constructive atmosphere, and the two sides expressed their commitment to working together to strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between their countries.
In June, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia unveiled the master plan for Riyadh Expo 2030 during an official reception organized by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City in Paris, France on Monday, June 19, in the presence of delegates of 179 member states of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE).
The plan aims to create an exceptional global experience in the history of Expos as it reflects the importance of Riyadh Expo 2030 and its positive role and embodies the exhibition’s central theme: “Together for a Foresighted Tomorrow.”
The Riyadh Expo 2030 will be held near King Salman International Airport, which is currently being developed, making it easily accessible for visitors arriving there. They can reach the exhibition site within minutes by using the “Riyadh Metro” network, covering all parts of Riyadh city and connecting to one of the three exhibition entrances and the modern road network.
