Prime Ministers Office 10 Downing Street
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The Prime Ministermetthe Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman,inRiyadhthis evening.
Theleaders began by discussing the shared challenges and opportunities between the two countries, including on defence and security, growth,andresearch and development.
The Prime Minister updated on his Plan for Change, which he announced last week, including his ambition to drive growth across the country.
Saudi Arabia was already playing a central role in supporting growth and job creation in the UK, especially through the green energy sector, the Prime Minister added.
The relationship between the UK and Saudi Arabia was also central to regional stability, the leaders agreed.
Reflecting on Saudi Arabias reform agenda, the leaders discussed the steps taken by the Crown Princes government to improve human rightsunder Saudis Vision 2030.
Turning to the situation in Israel and Gaza, the Prime Minister updated on hisview of the situation and welcomed the Crown Princes reflection on howthe suffering on all sides could be ended.
It wasalsovital there was an acceleration of aid into Gaza, the Prime Minister added.
The Prime Minister invited the Crown Prince to the UK, and said he hoped the leaders would be able to watch a game of football in between meeting