JEDDAH, 4 April 2008 — Foreign Minister Prince Saud Al-Faisal will address the 3rd annual US-Arab Economic Forum, which is scheduled in Washington DC on May 7-9.
Prince Saud said at the USAEF in 2003, “It is our hope that the turmoil our region has undergone in the past few years will be replaced by stability, prosperity, and peace.
For this to happen, we must focus on finding solutions to the region’s problems and improving the lives of its inhabitants. The United States can play a constructive role by providing leadership, talent and resources.
And the US-Arab Economic Forum can help shed light on the importance of trade and economic development not only in the region, but to American businesses as well.”
The forum, hosted by the American Middle East Economic Affairs Committee (AMEEAC) in cooperation with the League of Arab States, strives to enhance bilateral relations between the United States and Middle East.
By bringing together top business, government, academic and cultural leaders, the forum acts as a catalyst for change and facilitates economic collaboration, cultural dialogue and innovation.
Past Forums have given Arab leaders and US the opportunity to highlight their commitment to a shared civil society vision wherein diversity, tolerance, and the spirit of collaboration serve to create a better future for us all. This year’s forum will continue to promote this message with the theme “Open Markets and Open Societies.”
Prince Saud is among the longest serving foreign ministers in the world and has been a prominent figure in the international community. Prince Saud has been an advocate of stability and peace in the region, acting as a key mediator in recent talks between Palestinians and Israelis playing a leading role in negotiating regional disputes. Currently, he is also the managing director of the National Commission for Wildlife Conservation and Development.
