Saudi-Iran Relations: Shifts in Diplomatic Approaches

On 17th April 2024, Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, visited Tehran, delivering a letter from King Salman to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

  • This visit marked the first by a Saudi Defence Minister to Iran in 26 years. The visit took place amidst American-Iranian negotiations towards a nuclear deal, a move welcomed by Saudi Arabia.

Key Developments in Saudi-Iran Relations

  • Iran-Saudi Approach: While Iran still advocates for a regional order without US influence, Saudi Arabia has increasingly sought a regional stability that could support its ambitious Vision 2030 economic project.
  • Nuclear Concerns: Saudi Arabia remains concerned over Iran’s nuclear program, ....
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