President Isaias Afwerki pays a working visit to Saudi Arabia at the invitation of King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. Upon arrival at Riyadh King Khalid International Airport on Monday (23), the President was warmly welcomed by Prince Mishaal bin Majed bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Jeddah, Minister of State for African Affairs Ahmed Qattan, and a number of officials.
During the course of his two-day visit, the President will have a broad discussion with King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz on ways to develop bilateral relations. Following their meeting, King Salman throw a luncheon party in honor of President Isaias.
This is the second trip Eritrea’s president has taken to the Gulf states in a matter of weeks following his visit the UAE. This visit to the Kingdom comes a few days after his landmark visit to Ethiopia in 22 years, that effectively ended the state of war between the two countries.
We will keep you updated with the latest developments and updates from the region.
Halgan Media
