Saudi Arabia, Spain Sign Interior Ministry Training Pact to Boost Security Cooperation

Saudi Arabia and Spain have signed a broad training agreement designed to significantly strengthen their security cooperation. The deal, inked by Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif and Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska in Madrid, focuses on enhancing capacity building and fostering the exchange of expertise between the two nations.

The agreement was finalized following official talks where the ministers reviewed Saudi-Spanish relations and explored avenues for improved coordination between their respective interior ministries. Prince Abdulaziz conveyed that the directives from Saudi leadership emphasize bolstering security ties with Spain to serve mutual interests. The discussions covered a wide range of security concerns, including joint efforts in combating various forms of crime, tracking offenders, dismantling drug and money laundering networks, and countering terrorism and extremism.

This newly established training pact is set to support joint training initiatives, develop professional capabilities, and expand collaboration in areas of mutual concern. The signing ceremony was attended by key officials from both countries, including Saudi Ambassador to Spain and Andorra Princess Haifa bint Abdulaziz Al Muqrin and Assistant Interior Minister Dr. Hisham Al-Faleh, underscoring the importance both nations place on this enhanced security partnership.

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The directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman emphasize strengthening security cooperation with Spain in a manner that serves the mutual interests of both countries.