UK Prime Minister Liz Truss call with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

UK Prime Minister Liz Truss call with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman | 26 September 2022

By Samantha Allen

Published: September 27, 2022 | 12:10 AM GMT

This afternoon, Prime Minister Liz Truss made her first call to Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman since assuming office.

The Prime Minister congratulated the Crown Prince for his personal assistance in last week’s release of five British captives held by Russia-backed troops in Eastern Ukraine, much to the relief of their families.

They reviewed the strategic alliance between the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia in relation to a variety of subjects, such as defence and energy security cooperation. The leaders applauded the progress made in stopping the fighting in Yemen and agreed that it was essential to continue political discussion in order to prolong the ceasefire.

The Prime Minister reaffirmed her commitment to concluding a robust UK-GCC trade agreement and expanding bilateral trade and investment in sectors like as aviation and clean technology. She also vowed sustained support and encouragement for Saudi Arabia’s internal reforms from the United Kingdom.

The Crown Prince expressed his deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty the Queen, and the leaders looked forward to further strengthening the solid friendship that had been established throughout her reign.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.