Jeddah hosted the Council of Ministers session chaired by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on August 11, 2026.
According to SPA, the King expressed gratitude to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif for their efforts during the Mecca Summit on Joint Defense.
The tripartite summit established a long-term defense partnership framework to enhance coordination and integration between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan. This cooperation aims to address regional challenges and maintain international security and stability.
The Council also reviewed a message sent to the King by Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa and two phone calls between the Crown Prince and French President Emmanuel Macron and another official.
Where did the Council of Ministers session take place and who chaired it? The session was held in Jeddah on August 11, 2026. It was chaired by the Serviteur des Deux Saintes Mosquées, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who led the proceedings of the Council of Ministers.
What was the purpose of the Mecca Summit on Joint Defense? The summit aimed to establish a long-term defense partnership framework between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan. It focused on enhancing common cooperation and integration mechanisms to address regional challenges and preserve international stability.
Which international leaders were recognized by King Salman during the session? King Salman expressed recognition for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. These leaders were thanked for their efforts during the Mecca Summit on Joint Defense.