Kingdom and France Forge Historic Alliance
The relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and France represent a model of strategic and historic cooperation, extending over more than a hundred years. This relationship began with France sending a consul in 1926 and establishing a diplomatic mission in Jeddah in 1932. It has developed through visits by leaders of both countries and the signing of agreements across various sectors. The relationship relies on mutual collaboration in political, economic, security, and cultural fields, with a focus on strengthening partnerships in energy, industry, mining, agriculture, and health. The visits of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to France have resulted in the signing of memoranda of understanding worth several millions of dollars in oil, technology, culture, and environmental sectors. Recently, a strategic partnership roadmap was announced during French President Macron's visit to the Kingdom in 2024. The aim is to deepen cooperation across all strategic sectors and elevate the relationship to a permanent and well-organized level. Both sides have committed to supporting the Palestinian cause, cooperating on regional security and stability, sustainable energy, and climate action. The partnership also emphasizes maximizing investment opportunities, exchanging expertise, and strengthening collaborations in renewable energy projects to achieve the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The trade volume reached $11.5 billion in 2025, with over 650 French companies operating in the Kingdom, along with cooperation in the cultural, tourism, and sports fields. This current visit seeks to reinforce these broad relations and promote cooperation across multiple sectors, ensuring sustainable development and mutual benefits at regional and international levels.
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