Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, addressed the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Saturday, September 26. He said that the threats emerging from the Middle East pose a major threat to global energy, security, and trade. Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke about the use of international waterways as weapons, the international nuclear program, artificial intelligence, and the establishment of a Palestinian state.
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Iran’s Attack on Saudi Arabia
Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan took a firm position, saying that no region, including Saudi Arabia, is safe from attacks by Iran. He said Iran’s open attacks targeted civilians, economic facilities, and security infrastructure. “The security of the Gulf region is an integral part of the security of the region as a whole and the world.”
Saudi Arabia’s Appeal to the International Community
Saudi Arabia will take every possible measure to protect its security, its citizens, and their lives, property, honor, and dignity. The international community should take action against the threats facing international peace and security. The security of the Gulf region is closely linked to peace around the world.
Use of Waterways as Weapons
Addressing the United Nations, Prince Faisal bin Farhan stressed the need for freedom of navigation in international waterways. He said that international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz, the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Aden, should remain open to navigation. No country or party should use these internationalwaterways as weapons.
Restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz
In his speech, the Saudi Foreign Minister called for the Strait of Hormuz to be restored to the situation that existed before February 28, with no fees or restrictions imposed.
He further said that Pakistan, Qatar, and other countries had played an important mediating role in reducing tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
International Peaceful Nuclear Program
Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that, for peace in the region, weapons of mass destruction and peaceful nuclear programs should be subject to international monitoring and safeguards. This would help create conditions for peace in the region.
Call for the Establishment of an Independent Palestinian State
He said that achieving a just and lasting peace is possible only through a two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The Saudi Foreign Minister referred to the occupied Palestinian territories and strongly condemned attacks on civilians, obstacles to humanitarian aid, the expansion of settlements, and attempts to forcibly displace people.
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia
He said that Saudi Arabia had developed a plan to reduce suffering in Yemen and had provided more than $29 billion in humanitarian and development assistance.
Prince Faisal bin Farhan also condemned Houthi drone and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia and commercial ships. He called on the international community to ensure that no party uses international waterways, particularly Bab el-Mandeb and the Strait of Hormuz, as weapons.
Energy Security and Sustainable Transition
Prince Faisal stressed the need to balance energy security with climate action. He said that the energy transition should be realistic and should not completely exclude any source of energy. Saudi Arabia is strengthening its energy policy by investing in renewable energy, clean hydrogen, carbon capture technologies, and sustainable infrastructure.
Artificial Intelligence and Global Cooperation
Speaking about the growing use of artificial intelligence, Prince Faisal highlighted the importance of international cooperation. He said that AI should be used responsibly and for the promotion of economic and social development. He also highlighted Saudi Arabia’s efforts in capacity building, international cooperation, and ethical principles in the field of artificial intelligence.
Conclusion
Saudi Arabia has called for stronger international cooperation to protect Gulf security, ensure safe waterways, support regional peace, and promote responsible energy and AI development.
FAQS
- What did Saudi Arabia warn about?
Saudi Arabia warned about threats to Gulf security, energy, trade, and international waterways. - What did Saudi Arabia say about the Strait of Hormuz?
It called for free navigation and an end to restrictions and fees. - What did Saudi Arabia say about Palestine?
It supported an independent Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders. - What did Saudi Arabia say about AI?
It called for responsible AI use, international cooperation, and ethical development. - What did Saudi Arabia say about energy?
It called for a realistic energy transition while supporting renewable energy and clean technologies.
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