Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and U.S. President Donald Trump signed a strategic defense partnership agreement at the White House on Wednesday, according to the Saudi Press Agency in a report published the same day.
The agency said the agreement falls within the framework of the long-standing strategic partnership between the two countries, rooted in more than ninety years of cooperation. It noted that the pact represents an important step in strengthening long-term defense relations and reflects the two sides’ shared commitment to supporting peace, security and prosperity in the region.
The agreement confirms that Saudi Arabia and the United States are security partners capable of working jointly to address regional and international threats, in a manner that deepens defense coordination, enhances deterrence and readiness, and supports the development and integration of defense capabilities between the two nations.
The new framework establishes a sustainable basis for ongoing defense cooperation aimed at bolstering the security and stability of both countries.
Saudi-U.S. cooperation dates back to the 1930s and spans defense, energy and economic fields. Over the decades, the defense relationship has included joint agreements and programs designed to enhance military capabilities and strengthen regional security.
The Crown Prince arrived in Washington on Tuesday for an official working visit, during which he discussed with the U.S. President ways to reinforce bilateral relations and address issues of mutual interest
