- Develop a joint vision between the two countries to consolidate and sustain their bilateral relations within of the GCC objectives
- Enhance the integration of both countries’ economic systems and find innovative solutions for optimal utilization of current resources
- Build an integrated educational system based on the strengths of both countries to prepare highly qualified generations
- Consolidate political, security and military cooperation between the two countries in an integrated manner in order to enhance the security of both countries
- Consolidate political, security and military cooperation between the two countries in an integrated manner in order to enhance the security of both countries
About the Council
Foundation
Based on the keenness of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to consolidate their brotherly relations, and due to their desire to intensify bilateral cooperation through continuous consultation and coordination in many fields, and based on the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, may God preserve him and his brother His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, may God protect him, the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council was established in May of 2016.
The purpose of establishing the Council
The Council aims to consult and coordinate on common interest in different matters and topics in all fields.
The Board Activation
The “Khalwat Al`azm” (The Retreat of Determination) was held to activate the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council as a platform for consultation and coordination between joint work teams to propose and discuss initiatives and projects within the various vital sectors between the two countries.
The Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council meets once a year.
The Executive Committee
Under the Council`s Presidency there is an Executive Committee at the ministerial level that meets (twice) a year, and the meeting is held in either country alternately.
The Executive Committee Secretariat
The chair of the committee's secretariat rotates between KSA and UAE yearly.
The Executive Committee Secretariat links between the Executive Committee and its integration committees, and all decisions of the Coordination Council should be approved through the committee's secretariat.
The Role of the Secretariat of the Executive Committee:
- Work with various bodies to create and activate the Council's initiatives
- Ensure the progress of initiatives
- Provide various strategic consultations to the bodies from the Saudi side
- Ensure that initiatives and projects align with the Council’s vision and objectives
- Activate dialogue between the two countries through different platforms such as presidential meetings, executive and integration committees, in addition to workshops
- Overcoming the obstacles facing work teams on both sides and report them if needed
Integration Committees
Five complementary subcommittees emanate from the Executive Committee, which is responsible for detailing opportunities, projects, and work programs. These committees formed based on the most important areas of cooperation, and they have a direct role in following up on implementation. These committees can be formed when needed.
The Advisory Committee from the Private Sector
Based on the importance of activating the partnership between the public and private sectors, and the important role that the private sector plays in the relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, it was decided to form a committee that includes several businessmen and women from both countries.
COUNCIL PRESIDENCY AND MEMBERS
KSA SIDE | UAE SIDE
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HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud Crown Prince, Deputy President of the Council of Ministers, Minister of Defense
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan President of the United Arab Emirates, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council
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COUNCIL MEMBERS
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HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud Minister of Energy
HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Saud Minister of Interior
HRH Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al-Saud Minister of Culture
HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud Minister of Foreign Affairs
HE Adel al Jubeir Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
HE Dr. Majid Al Qasabi Minister of Commerce, Acting Minister of Media
HE Mohammed Al Jadaan Minister of Finance
HE Faisal Alibrahim Minister of Economy and Planning, Chairman of the Executive Committee from the Saudi side.
HE Yousef Al-Benyan
Minister of Education
HE Bandar Alkhorayef Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources
HE Eng. Khalid Al-Falih Minister of Investment
HE Ahmed Al Khateeb Minister of Tourism
HE Yasir Al Rumayyan Governor of the Public Investment Fund
HE Turki Aldakhil Saudi Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates
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His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Saif Al Nahyan UAE Ambassador to the Kingdom
His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Governor’s Representative in the Western Region
His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan National Security Advisor
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs
HE Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Minister of Future - Chairman of the Executive Committee from Emirati side
HE Mohamed Al Hussaini Minister of State for Financial Affairs
HE Abdullah bin Touq Minister of Economy
HE Ahmad Al Falasi
Minister of Education
HE Sultan Al Jaber Minister of State
HE Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi Deputy Secretary- General of the Supreme Council for National Security
HE Eng. Suhail Al Mazroui Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Chairman of the Executive Committee from the Emirati side.
HE Dr. Abdullah Al Nuaimi Minister of Environment and Climate Change
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Executive Committee The Executive Committee chaired by the Minister of Economy and Planning on the Saudi side and the Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on the UAE side.
Presidents of the Executive Committee |
HE Faisal Alibrahim Minister of Economy and Planning, Head of the Executive Committee from the Saudi side
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HE Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan Minister of State for Foreign Affairs
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Members of the Executive Committee
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HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud Minister of Foreign Affairs
HE Dr. Majid Al Qasabi Minister of Commerce, Acting Minister of Media
HE Majid bin Abdullah Al Huqail Minster of Municipal Rural Affairs & Housing
HE Mohammed Al Jadaan Minister of Finance
HE Dr. Hamad Al Sheikh Minister of Education
HE Bandar Alkhorayef Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources
HE Ahmed Al Khateeb Advisor at the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers Chairman of the Board of Directors of The Saudi Arabian Military Industries
HE Dr.Khaled Biyari Assistant Defense Minister for Executive Affairs
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HE Eng. Suhail Al Mazroui Minister of Energy and Infrastructure.
HE Mohamed alHussaini Minister of State for Financial Affairs
HE Abdullah bin Touq Minister of Economy
HE Ahmad Al Falasi Minister of Education
HE Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology
HE Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi Deputy Secretary- General of the Supreme Council for National Security
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Secretary General /General Coordinator
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HE Bandar Alkhamies Deputy of international economic affairs on Ministry of Economy and Planning
HE Albara Alaskandarani Assistant Deputy Minister for International Relations on Ministry of Economy and Planning
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HE Khalid Belhoul Undersecretary of the Ministery of Foreign Affairs for International Cooperation
HE Faisal Issa Lutfi Assistant Undersecretary for Consular Affairs |
Major Outputs of the Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council:
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More than 25 areas of cooperation have been activated by signing (25) memoranda of understanding
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Members of the Executive Committee have been determined and they have taken up their work
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The establishment of the secretariat of the Executive Committee
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Forming and activating five integration committees, establishing their work method, and identifying their heads
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Launching the first version of the online platform
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Publishing the first edition of the Council’s Work Mechanism and Policies Handbook
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Involving the private sectors by Establishing an Advisory Committee for to participate in the Council
Integration Committees
Energy, Industry, and Infrastructure Committee:
- Production and industry
- Oil, gas and petrochemicals
- Renewable energy
- Infrastructure
- Logistics
- Housing
Finance and Investment Committee:
- Financial services and markets
- Entrepreneurship support
- Customs cooperation and common market
- Tourism and national heritage
- Government development and services
- External partnerships
Environment and Supplies Security Committee:
- Environment, water and agriculture
- Supplies security
- Food security
- Space
Human Development Committee:
- Education
- Culture
- Media
- Health
- Youth
- Sports
Political, Military and Security Committee:
- Political and strategic dialogue
- Military industry and procurement
- Security
Integration Committees of the Saudi – Emirati Council |
Integration Committees | KSA Side
| UAE Side
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Finance and Investment Committee
| Ministry of Finance
| Ministry of Finance
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Energy, Industry, and Infrastructure Committee
| Ministry of Energy
| Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
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Environment and Supplies Security Committee
| Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
| Ministry of Environment and Climate Change
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Human Development Committee
| Ministry of Education
| Ministry of the Ministry of Education
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Political, Military and Security Committee
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs
| Ministry of Defense
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