Chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Cabinet reaffirms Saudi Arabia’s commitment to regional stability and a firm response to any aggression, underscores the reliability of energy supplies, and issues 12 decisions and directives covering international cooperation, space, investment, financial oversight, and appointments.

RIYADH | BETH

November 3, 2026

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the Cabinet session held in Riyadh on Tuesday, during which ministers reviewed regional and international developments and approved several regulatory and development decisions and international cooperation agreements.

At the beginning of the session, the Crown Prince briefed the Cabinet on two messages received by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and the Crown Prince from Malaysia’s King Sultan Ibrahim, as well as a message he had sent to Chinese President Xi Jinping.

He also briefed the Cabinet on his telephone conversations with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, Romanian President Nicușor Dan, and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, along with the outcomes of his meeting with Jordanian Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II.

Saudi Arabia | Security, Sovereignty, and Maritime Navigation

The Cabinet reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s continued diplomatic efforts, in coordination with brotherly and friendly nations, to strengthen regional security and safeguard opportunities for development.

It emphasized that the Kingdom would not tolerate any threat to its sovereignty and would respond firmly to any threat or aggression targeting its security or the safety of its citizens and residents.

The Cabinet reiterated Saudi Arabia’s rejection of violations threatening maritime navigation and global energy supplies, calling on the international community to take urgent measures to ensure maritime security, protect international trade, and uphold international law.

It also reaffirmed the Kingdom’s continued commitment to supplying global energy markets reliably, supported by long-term investments in infrastructure, storage facilities, and supply chains.

The Cabinet reviewed the outcomes of Saudi Arabia’s participation in meetings of the Gulf Cooperation Council and the G20, as well as international cooperation efforts addressing energy and food security, maritime navigation, trade, and supply chains.

Cabinet Decisions

First | Nuclear Cooperation

Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission, or his representative, to negotiate and sign two draft memoranda of understanding with South Africa and Brazil concerning information exchange in nuclear and radiological regulatory fields.

Second | Cultural Cooperation with Egypt

Authorize the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah), or his representative, to negotiate and sign a draft cooperation agreement with the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Egypt.

Third | Water Resources

Approve a memorandum of understanding between Saudi Arabia and India on cooperation in water resources.

Fourth | Syrian Labor Market

Authorize the Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, or his representative, to negotiate and sign a draft memorandum of understanding with Syria on labor market development and skills enhancement.

Fifth | Security Cooperation with Pakistan

Approve a memorandum of understanding between the Saudi and Pakistani Ministries of Interior on scientific, training, and research cooperation.

Sixth | Media Cooperation with Morocco

Approve a memorandum of understanding between the Saudi Broadcasting Authority and Morocco’s National Broadcasting and Television Company on radio and television cooperation.

Seventh | National Space Policy

Approve the National Space Policy, marking a regulatory step toward advancing Saudi Arabia’s space sector.

Eighth | Financial Oversight of Endowments

Approve financial oversight rules governing the accounts of endowments supervised or administered by government entities.

Ninth | Exhibitions and Conferences

Transfer certain responsibilities and functions of the General Authority for Exhibitions and Conventions to the National Events Center and the Saudi Investment Promotion Authority.

Tenth | National Center for Vegetation Cover Development

Tenth | National Center for Vegetation Cover Development

The Cabinet approved the appointment of three members to the Board of Directors of the National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification:

Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Ohaly.

Dr. Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al-Suhaibani.

Dr. Ibrahim bin Mohammed Aref.

Eleventh | Annual Reports

Issue the necessary directives regarding the annual reports of the following entities:

The Ministry of Energy, Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority, Saudi Export Development Authority, General Food Security Authority, Roads General Authority, Capital Market Authority, General Entertainment Authority, National Center for the Prevention and Control of Plant Pests and Animal Diseases, National Transport Safety Center, and National Center for Privatization.

 Twelfth | Promotions and Appointments

The Cabinet approved the following promotions and appointments:

Abdulilah bin Abdulaziz Al-Munif: Promoted to Business Adviser, 14th rank, Ministry of Interior.

Thunayan bin Ibrahim Al-Thunayan: Promoted to Business Adviser, 14th rank, Public Security.

Abdullah bin Saleh Sabr: Promoted to Minister Plenipotentiary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Dr. Mishal bin Ahmed Al-Ghamdi: Promoted to Minister Plenipotentiary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Khalid bin Abdulrahman Al-Najem: Promoted to Director General, 14th rank, Ministry of Justice.

Ghabash bin Aqeel Al-Anazi: Promoted to Director General, 14th rank, Ministry of Justice.

Abdulaziz bin Saad Al-Dabbas: Promoted to Financial Adviser, 14th rank, Ministry of Finance.

Ali bin Saeed Al-Zahrani: Promoted to Director General, 14th rank, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

Saeed bin Musaed Al-Zahrani: Appointed as Educational Methods Adviser, 14th rank, Ministry of Education.

Abdulsamad bin Madawi Al-Jaber: Promoted to Business Adviser, 14th rank, General Presidency for Scientific Research and Ifta.

BETH Analysis | Regional Security and Continued Development

The Cabinet’s decisions combine the protection of Saudi Arabia’s security and sovereignty, the safeguarding of international economic interests, and the continued development of strategic national sectors.

The approval of the National Space Policy, alongside international cooperation in nuclear regulation, water resources, and scientific fields, highlights the Kingdom’s efforts to expand its scientific and regulatory capabilities.

The Cabinet’s deliberations reaffirm that continued development and the protection of national achievements proceed alongside Saudi Arabia’s diplomatic and defense efforts amid regional and international challenges.

Prepared and Analyzed by | Strategic Media Department – BETH Agency