Saudi Arabia–Ukraine relations

Saudi Arabia–Ukraine relations are foreign relations between Saudi Arabia and Ukraine. Saudi Arabia recognized Ukraine’s independence in 1992. Diplomatic relations between both countries were established in April 1993.[1] Saudi Arabia has an embassy in Kyiv. Ukraine has an embassy in Riyadh and an honorary consulate in Jeddah.

Saudi Arabia-Ukraine relations
Map indicating locations of Saudi Arabia and Ukraine

Saudi Arabia

Ukraine

History

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In United Nations General Assembly Resolution 68/262 Saudi Arabia voted in favor of "territorial integrity of Ukraine" and strongly supports Ukraine.

On February 27, 2024, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy praised the efforts of Saudi Arabia in seeking a solution to end the Russian invasion. Previously the kingdom acted as a mediator in prisoner swaps between Ukraine and Russia.[2]

High level visits

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Embassy of Ukraine in Riyadh

The most important visits between the two countries:

Trade

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In 2020, bilateral trade amounted to USD820.9 million.[4]

Tourism

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Ukraine is promoting tourism from Arabic speaking countries especially Saudi Arabia. Ukraine abolished visas for citizens of Saudi Arabia and the opening of direct flights between the two countries would facilitate greater tourism.[5]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Saudi Relations with Ukraine". Retrieved 2024-03-02.
  2. ^ "Ukraine's Zelenskiy praises Saudi efforts in seeking end to war". Retrieved 2024-04-06.
  3. ^ "Politics "Poroshenko flew to Saudi Arabia for the funeral of the king". Breaking news "NovostiMira"". www.novostimira.com.ua. Archived from the original on 2015-11-17.
  4. ^ "Kuleba invites delegation of Saudi investors to visit Ukraine". 10 August 2021.
  5. ^ "Site is undergoing maintenance".
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