Transport and Logistics Minister Abdel Samad Qiyuh held a working meeting in Rabat on Wednesday with his Saudi counterpart, Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in road, air, and maritime transport as well as logistics.
The meeting was attended by the Saudi Ambassador to Rabat and the Director General of the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority, along with a high-level Saudi delegation comprising representatives from key stakeholders in the transport sector.
The two sides discussed opportunities for developing air and maritime connectivity between the two kingdoms, ways to strengthen partnerships among national transport and logistics service companies, and the exchange of experiences in areas such as digitization, road safety, and infrastructure development.
Al-Jasser stated in a press release following the meeting that they discussed “many matters concerning mutual cooperation between the two brotherly countries in the fields of transport and logistics services.” He added that they covered the topic of coordinating positions within the framework of the International Civil Aviation Organization, as well as ways to enhance cooperation at the international organization level and share expertise.
He also noted, “We have substantial cooperation, and we aim to strengthen the partnership through more collaboration under the guidance of the leaders of both countries for the benefit of our peoples.”
The Saudi minister acknowledged the progress Morocco is making under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, emphasizing that “Morocco is making significant strides in the transport sector and has excellent plans, particularly with the hosting of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.”
Qiyuh indicated that this high-level meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views and experiences, especially since Saudi Arabia has significant expertise in railways and aviation.
In a similar statement, Qiyuh noted that the meeting also served as a chance to discuss the level of regional and international cooperation, particularly concerning organizations. He commended the Saudi official for supporting Morocco’s candidacy for membership in the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization.
In another context, Qiyuh praised the advanced level of Saudi Arabia’s transport sector, expressing Morocco’s desire to benefit from the Saudi experience in digital transformation and the modernization of networks and infrastructure.
The minister reiterated Morocco’s commitment to establishing an effective and sustainable strategic cooperation with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in various fields of transport and logistics services.
He also praised the significant efforts made by Saudi Arabia to host Moroccan pilgrims under the best conditions.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties agreed to form a joint committee comprising officials and experts from both ministries to activate the agreed areas of cooperation and establish a roadmap for implementing and monitoring projects of mutual interest.
