'Until Death Do Us Part': Saudi Minister Hails Russia Ties, Says 'We Are Weathering All Storms'

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• 'Until Death Do Us Part': Saudi Minister Hails Russia Ties, Says 'We Are Weathering All Storms' Published By, Last Updated: June 06, 2026, 00:20 IST Russia-Saudi Arabia ties have evolved significantly from the rivalry of the Cold War era into a pragmatic and increasingly institutionalised partnership.
• Saudi Arabia is the official Guest Country at this year's St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
• (Photos: X) Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud hailed strong relationship with Russia and said both nations are weathering all of storms, apprently referring to growing global conflicts.
• The minister was speaking at 9th St Petersburg International Economic Forum, where Russian President Vladimir Putin was also present.
• “From Covid to all of these storms, even today we are going through many crises and different phases, yet we are weathering all of these storms with a diligent commitement to each other as partner.