(HRNW) – Here are some key quotes and reactions after Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed on Friday to re-establish relations in deal announced after four days of previously undisclosed talks in Beijing.
STATEMENT ISSUED BY IRAN, SAUDI ARABIA AND CHINA
Tehran and Riyadh agreed “to resume diplomatic relations between them and re-open their embassies and missions within a period not exceeding two months”.
“The agreement includes their affirmation of the respect for the sovereignty of states and the non-interference in internal affairs,” the statement said.
SAUDI NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISER MUSAAD BIN MOHAMMED AL-AIBAN
“The Kingdom’s leadership welcomes the initiative of His Excellency President Xi Jinping, based on the Kingdom’s consistent and continuous approach since its establishment in adhering to the principles of good neighbourliness, taking everything that would enhance security and stability in the region and the world, and adopting the principle of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve differences.”