Al-Ula Hosts the Munich Security Conference for the First Time in Saudi Arabia

For the first time on the soil of the Kingdom, the works of the Munich Security Conference (MSC Leaders Meeting) began today, Wednesday, at the Mirror Theater in Al-Ula, with the participation of more than 70 prominent international figures from decision-makers and experts in the fields of politics, security, and economics.

The conference will last for two days, discussing sensitive international and regional files including:

• The Iranian nuclear file

• The war in Ukraine

• The future of Syria

• The Palestinian issue

• Security of the Red Sea

• Energy, food, and climate security

• Regional and international economic integration

• Transformations in the energy sector

• Security of maritime trade routes

• The new economic corridor between India, the Middle East, and Europe

• International efforts to achieve peace and stability

• Global nuclear security

The Kingdom confirmed that hosting this high-level international meeting reflects its rising role as a hub for global political and security dialogue, indicating that it seeks to enhance the voice of wisdom and understanding amidst the flames of international conflicts.

In statements on the sidelines of the meeting, Syria's Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Hind Qabwat, stated that the upcoming Syrian People's Council "will witness an active female presence" in legislative work and decision-making, emphasizing the role of women in building the future of Syria.

For his part, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aaty welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to stop the war in Gaza, stressing during his participation in the conference the necessity of the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip as a fundamental step towards de-escalation.

The organization of this event in the city of Al-Ula _which has become a symbol of culture and diplomacy_ confirms the Kingdom's status as an international player capable of bringing together conflicting parties and building bridges of dialogue.

This conference represents a qualitative leap in advanced Saudi diplomacy that is based on openness and influence in regional and international files.

It is worth mentioning that the Mirror Theater, which hosts the conference, is considered a unique architectural masterpiece amidst the enchanting nature of Al-Ula, and has previously hosted global political and cultural events as part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.

The Munich Security Conference is one of the most important global platforms for discussing security and strategic challenges.

Through this leadership meeting held in Saudi Arabia, the conference affirms its openness to cooperation with various countries to enhance global security and multilateral cooperation.

The launch of the Munich Conference in Al-Ula is not only a new diplomatic station for the Kingdom, but it is a message to the world that Saudi Arabia today is an active platform for solutions, not conflicts, and for dialogue, not escalation.