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Iranian and Saudi Officials Hold Talks to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Sunday 5 October 2025
Iranian and Saudi Officials Hold Talks to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

ALWAGHT- The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the Iranian ambassador to Riyadh met with a senior Saudi official to discuss strengthening bilateral relations.

Saudi Arabia and Iran have been gradually moving toward improving diplomatic ties after years of tension following the 2016 severance of relations. High-level meetings, such as the one between Saud Al Sati, Deputy Minister for Political Affairs at the Saudi Foreign Ministry, and Iran’s Ambassador to Riyadh, Alireza Enayati, signal a continued commitment to dialogue. According to the Saudi Foreign Ministry’s X account, the officials discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

This meeting comes in the context of broader regional diplomacy. Both countries have engaged in prior rounds of discussions aimed at resolving differences, enhancing trade and investment, and promoting stability in the Persian Gulf region. Analysts view these talks as a continuation of efforts to reduce tensions, particularly over conflicts in Yemen, Syria, and Iraq.

Experts note that strengthening ties could lead to renewed economic, political, and security collaboration. The talks are not only about bilateral issues but also about fostering cooperation on regional stability, energy markets, and counterterrorism initiatives. Both sides appear to emphasize pragmatic diplomacy over confrontation, focusing on long-term mutual benefits.

Observers see these meetings as part of a gradual normalization process, easing travel and trade restrictions, and expanding dialogue on contentious regional issues. While concrete agreements may take time, the meetings underscore a shared willingness to explore a more constructive relationship and mitigate historical rivalries.

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