Arab and Islamic countries welcomed the joint tripartite statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and China regarding the Kingdom and Iran reaching an agreement that includes agreeing to resume diplomatic relations between them and reopen their embassies and representations within a maximum period of two months.

The agreement also includes their affirmation of respect for the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs, and they agreed that the foreign ministers of the two countries hold a meeting to activate this, arrange the exchange of ambassadors and discuss ways to strengthen relations between them, and they also agreed to activate the security cooperation agreement between them, signed on 1/22/1422 AH, Corresponding to 4/17/2001 AD and the general agreement for cooperation in the field of economy, trade, investment, technology, science, culture, sports and youth, signed on 2/2/1419 AH corresponding to 5/27/1998 AD.

Each of the three countries expressed their keenness to make every effort to enhance regional and international peace and security.

The Arab Republic of Egypt announced that it was following with interest the agreement announced to resume diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran.

In a statement, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry expressed its aspiration for the agreement to contribute to easing tensions in the region, to strengthen the pillars of stability and to preserve the capabilities of Arab national security, and the aspirations of the peoples of the region for prosperity, development and stability.

The UAE

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, affirmed that the restoration of relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran is an important step for the region towards stability and prosperity.

In turn, Dr. Anwar bin Muhammad Gargash, the diplomatic advisor to The President of the UAE, announced that the UAE welcomed the agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran to resume bilateral diplomatic relations. Anwar Gargash said in a tweet on his Twitter account: “We welcome the agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran to resume diplomatic relations between the two countries, and we appreciate the Chinese role in this regard.”

He added, “The UAE believes in the importance of positive communication and dialogue between the countries of the region towards consolidating the concepts of good neighborliness and starting from a common ground to build a more stable future for all.”

Sultanate of Oman

The Sultanate of Oman welcomed the joint tripartite statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People’s Republic of China to resume diplomatic relations between the Kingdom and Iran, to reopen their embassies and representations within a maximum period of two months, to activate the security cooperation agreement between them, and the general agreement for cooperation in the field of economy, trade, investment, technology and science. Culture, sports and youth.

In a statement, the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Sultanate of Oman’s hope that this step would contribute to strengthening the pillars of security and stability in the region and consolidating positive and constructive cooperation that benefits all peoples of the region and the world.

Iraq

A spokesman for the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, confirmed that the agreement between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Iran to resume diplomatic relations between them will create a new climate in promoting the interests of the region.

He indicated – in a statement – that the Saudi-Iranian agreement comes as a culmination of the two sides’ vision of the priority of dialogue as a way to reduce tension, indicating that the agreement inaugurates a new phase of collective opportunities.

He explained that Iraq’s hosting of the dialogue rounds between the Kingdom and Iran comes with the aim of the region’s need to achieve the desired integration at all levels, stressing the need to create a safe area and an environment that enhances development opportunities according to a collective will that transcends differences.

Jordan

Today, the Jordanian government welcomed the tripartite statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People’s Republic of China regarding the resumption of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom and Iran, appreciating the role of the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Iraq. For hosting the dialogue rounds that took place between the two sides.

The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its hope that this step would contribute to enhancing security and stability in the region, in a way that preserves the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs, and in a way that serves common interests.

Palestine

The Palestinian presidency welcomed the agreement of Saudi Arabia and Iran to resume diplomatic relations between them.

The Palestinian Presidency expressed its appreciation for the positive Chinese role that contributed to reaching this agreement, expressing its hope that this agreement will lead to stability and enhance the positive climate in the region.

Kuwait

The State of Kuwait welcomed the joint tripartite statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People’s Republic of China regarding the Kingdom and Iran reaching an agreement that includes agreeing to resume diplomatic relations between the two countries.

In a statement, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs praised the initiative of the President of the People’s Republic of China, Xi Jinping, to host and sponsor the Saudi-Iranian bilateral talks to reach this agreement, and the efforts made by the Republic of Iraq and the Sultanate of Oman in hosting the rounds of dialogue that took place between the two sides.

The Foreign Ministry affirmed Kuwait’s support for this agreement, expressing its hope that it will contribute to strengthening the pillars of security and stability in the region, building trust and developing friendly relations between the two parties in the interest of the countries of the region and the world.

The two seas

The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Bahrain’s appreciation for the initiative of the People’s Republic of China to host and sponsor the Saudi-Iranian talks, to complement the Iraqi and Omani diplomatic efforts, hoping that this agreement would constitute a positive step on the path to resolving differences and ending all regional conflicts through dialogue and diplomatic means, praising the leading role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in supporting Security, peace and stability, and the pursuit of diplomacy in settling regional and international disputes.

Algeria

Algeria welcomed the resumption of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran, with the reopening of the embassies of the two countries within a maximum period of two months.

Algeria – according to a statement by its Foreign Ministry – expressed its satisfaction with the positive atmosphere that characterized the talks that took place between the two countries, under the auspices of  China.

She stressed that the agreement will enable the two countries and the two brotherly peoples to strengthen relations of cooperation and solidarity within the framework of adhering to the principles stipulated in the Charter of the United Nations and resolving differences through dialogue, which will contribute to strengthening peace and security in the region and in the world.

GCC

The Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Jassim Muhammad Al-Budaiwi, welcomed the joint tripartite statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People’s Republic of China, regarding the resumption of Saudi-Iranian diplomatic relations and the reopening of their diplomatic missions.