Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Chairs Cabinet Session

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session held today in Jeddah.
 The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques thanked US President Donald J. Trump for accepting the invitation to visit Saudi Arabia and lauded the outcomes of his discussions with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. These discussions are expected to elevate bilateral relations to an unprecedented historical level across numerous vital sectors, thereby enhancing the economic integration of the two friendly countries.
 The Cabinet reviewed the outcomes of the Saudi-US Summit, held during President Trump's first foreign visit of his current term, foremost among them the signing of the Strategic Economic Partnership and the announcement of various agreements and memoranda of understanding. The Cabinet reiterated its commitment to expanding investment and trade relations with the United States over the next four years, earmarking over $600 billion—more than $300 billion of which was announced in deals and mutual investments at the Saudi-US Investment Forum.
 Following the session, Minister of State, Cabinet Member for Shura Council Affairs, and Acting Minister of Media Dr. Essam bin Saad bin Saeed told the Saudi Press Agency that the Cabinet commended the comprehensive content and vision presented in HRH the Crown Prince's speech at the GCC-USA Summit. He noted that the speech reflected the Kingdom's commitment to strengthening joint coordination and advancing multilateral action with brotherly and friendly nations for greater prosperity and progress. It also underscored support for resolving regional and international crises and conflicts through peaceful means.
 The Cabinet commended the US president's positive response to HRH the Crown Prince's efforts to lift sanctions on Syria, expressing hope that this step would contribute to the development and reconstruction of this brotherly country.
 The Cabinet reiterated the Kingdom's statement at the 34th Ordinary Session of the Council of the Arab League Summit, emphasizing its categorical rejection of any attempts at forced displacement or imposed solutions that fail to meet the aspirations of the Palestinian people. It also stressed the need for maintaining the ceasefire in Gaza.
 The Cabinet commended the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) on its 10th anniversary for its efforts in assisting millions in need across more than 100 countries.
 Domestically, the Cabinet reviewed the achievements of the National Industrial Strategy, which successfully attracted three global automotive industry leaders to establish factories in the Kingdom, contributing significantly to economic diversification and enhancing global competitiveness.
 The Cabinet also lauded the prestigious awards won by Saudi students at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2025), underscoring the state's strong commitment to education, fostering knowledge and innovation, and nurturing generations distinguished in science and skills.
 The Cabinet addressed other items on its agenda and issued several decisions, including the following:
 First:
 Approving a memorandum of understanding between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Japan for the establishment of a strategic partnership council.
 Second:
 Authorizing the minister of transport and logistic services, chairman of the board of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), or a deputy, to discuss and sign with the Russian side a draft memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of civil aviation safety between the GACA of Saudi Arabia and the Federal Agency for Air Transport of the Russian Federation.
 Third:
 Approving a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia and the Ministry of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan for cooperation in the field of communications and information technology.
 Fourth:
 Approving a framework agreement between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the International Labour Organization regarding programs for junior professional staff and recruitment.
 Fifth:
 Authorizing the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, or a deputy, to discuss and sign with the Kazakh side a draft memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Saudi Arabia and the Ministry of Industry and Construction of Kazakhstan for cooperation in the field of mineral wealth.
 Sixth:
 Approving a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the health sector between the Ministry of Health of Saudi Arabia and the Ministry of Health of Singapore.
 Seventh:
 Authorizing the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Geological Survey (SGS), or a deputy, to discuss and sign with the Indian side a draft memorandum of understanding on geological scientific cooperation between SGS and the Geological Survey of India.
 Eighth:
 Approving a cooperation agreement between the Presidency of State Security of Saudi Arabia and the National Intelligence and Security Service of Somalia in combating terrorism and its financing.