Saudi Arabia’s Vice Defense Minister discusses de-escalation with Esper
Saudi Arabia’s Vice Defense Minister Prince Khalid
bin Salman met with the US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper where they discussed
mutual challenges faced by the Kingdom and the United States, and ongoing
military cooperation between the two countries.
“Met with @EsperDoDto discuss mutual challenges
faced by our countries, and emphasize the importance of our ongoing military
cooperation, which serves regional and international security,” Prince Khalid
wrote on his Twitter on Tuesday after the meeting.
Prince Khalid earlier met with US Secretary of State
Mike Pompeo in Washington where they discussed recent events in the region and
efforts toward maintaining international stability.
Prince Khalid bin Salman met with is currently
conducting an official visit to Washington and will be heading to the United
Kingdom next.
