A joint Saudi-US statement: Biden affirms Washington's strong and lasting commitment to supporting the security of the Kingdom and defending its territories
A joint statement was issued today between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America, reviewing aspects of the strategic partnership during the coming decades, with the aim of enhancing their common interests and vision towards a Middle East of stability, prosperity, security and peace.
The following is a summary of the joint statement between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States:
The Kingdom and the United States stress the importance of resolving international conflicts through diplomatic and peaceful means, and alleviating humanitarian crises by providing economic and financial support to the countries in the region most in need.
The Kingdom and the United States welcome the 10-year extension of the validity of tourist and work visas to encourage people-to-people relations and economic cooperation.
The United States welcomes Saudi Arabia's commitment to support a balanced global oil market in order to achieve sustainable economic growth.
The US side commends the Green Saudi and Green Middle East initiatives, and welcomes the Kingdom's announcement that it aims to produce 50% of electricity through renewable energy by 2030.
US President John Biden affirms the strong and enduring commitment of the United States to supporting the security of the Kingdom and defending its lands, and facilitating the Kingdom's ability to obtain all necessary capabilities to defend its people and lands against external threats.
The Kingdom and the United States stress the need to deter Iranian interference in the internal affairs of countries, its support for terrorism through its armed groups, and its efforts to destabilize the security and stability of the region, and stress the importance of preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
President John Biden welcomes the Kingdom's signing of the Artemis Accords, praising its affirmation of its commitment to responsible, peaceful and sustainable space exploration.
The Kingdom and the United States stress the importance of maintaining the free movement of trade through strategic international sea lanes, particularly Bab al-Mandab and the Strait of Hormuz, and welcome the newly established Joint Task Force 153 to focus on the security of the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea
The Kingdom and the United States welcome the strengthening of cooperation in all areas of space exploration, including astronaut flights, Earth observation, commercial development, systems and procedures, and responsible conduct in outer space.
The US President welcomes the Kingdom’s arrangements regarding the exit of the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO) from the island of Tiran, including the exit of the American forces there as part of the force’s mission, while maintaining and continuing all existing commitments and procedures in that region
The American side welcomes the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which represents the Kingdom's strategic plan for economic transformation and social reforms, and the Kingdom's efforts to increase women's economic participation and promote interfaith dialogue.
The Kingdom welcomes the increase in American private sector investments in the Kingdom, as well as the increase in Saudi investments in the American private sector in a way that serves the interests of both countries.
The US side welcomes the Kingdom's candidacy to host the World Expo in 2030, and other events that will be held throughout the year 2030, the important year that will come as the culmination of the reform program of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.
The Kingdom and the United States affirm their firm support for the truce in Yemen mediated by the United Nations, and stress the importance of its continuation and making progress to turn it into a lasting peace agreement.
The US President expresses his appreciation for the role of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in achieving and renewing the armistice in Yemen.
The US President welcomes the leading role played by the Kingdom in strengthening relations with the Republic of Iraq.
The Kingdom and the United States affirm their permanent commitment to a two-state solution, whereby a sovereign and geographically connected Palestinian state lives side by side in peace and security with Israel, and welcomes all efforts that contribute to achieving a just and comprehensive peace in the region.
The Kingdom and the United States affirm their commitment to preserving the unity, stability and territorial integrity of Syria, and their support for the efforts of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General of the United Nations to find a political solution to the conflict.
The Kingdom and the United States express their continued support for Lebanon's sovereignty, security and stability, and for the Lebanese armed forces that protect its borders and resist terrorist and group threats, and point to the importance of forming a Lebanese government and implementing comprehensive reforms.
The Kingdom and the United States affirm their commitment to provide vital humanitarian assistance to the Ukrainian people, and to ensure the unimpeded export of grain and wheat, to alleviate the global food crises.
The Kingdom and the United States stress the importance of dialogue between the Sudanese parties and the revival of the political process, and commend the efforts made by the United Nations Mission to support a return to the foundations of a political solution in Sudan.
The Kingdom and the United States affirm their support for the Libyan people as they engage in the political process mediated by the United Nations, to prepare for the presidential and parliamentary elections as soon as possible.
The Kingdom and the United States stress the need to support Afghanistan's security and confront the threat posed by the terrorists stationed in it, and stress the importance of continuing to provide humanitarian aid to it.
The Kingdom and the United States stress the importance of confronting terrorism and violent extremism, and their continued commitment to confronting al-Qaeda and ISIS, stopping the flow of foreign fighters, combating violent extremist propaganda, and cutting off terrorist financing channels.
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