His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and His Excellency Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, signed Wednesday the Strategic Defense Agreement between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United States of America.

The agreement falls within the framework of the long-standing strategic partnership and the deep-rooted ties that have united the two countries for over ninety years. It represents a pivotal step that strengthens long-term defense cooperation and reflects the shared commitment of both sides to supporting peace, security, and prosperity in the region, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

The agreement affirms that Saudi Arabia and the United States are capable security partners able to work together to confront regional and international challenges. It deepens long-term defense coordination, enhances deterrence capabilities and readiness, and supports the development and integration of defense capacities between the two countries.

The agreement also establishes a solid framework for a sustained and continued defense partnership, contributing to the security and stability of both nations.