Biden is going to “recalibrate” the relationship with Saudi Arabia and will emphasize outreach to King Salman, Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters.
Middle East News: “We’re going to recalibrate our relationship with Saudi Arabia,” the White House press secretary, Jen Psaki, told reporters on Tuesday. “Part of that
US President Joe Biden intends to “recalibrate” the US’ relationship with Saudi Arabia and would emphasize outreach to Saudi Arabian King Salman, a move that signals a downgrade in ties with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, the nation’s de facto ruler.
In Biden’s first few days in office, the US put a hold on some key weapons sales to the kingdom and announced new efforts to bring an end to the Saudi Arabian-led war in Yemen.
Biden has also called on Riyadh to improve its human rights record.
“We’re going to recalibrate our relationship with Saudi Arabia,” White House press secretary
The Straits Times
Biden downgrades Saudi crown prince to recalibrate ties, differing from Trump
Former president Donald Trump had established close ties with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman during his tenure.PHOTO: REUTERS
PublishedFeb 17, 2021, 4:30 pm SGT
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