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The Saudi Press Agency reported that Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on August 21, 2026. The two top diplomats reviewed bilateral relations between their countries. They explored ways to further develop ties and enhance coordination on multiple fronts.
According to the agency, the ministers also discussed the latest regional developments. They examined joint efforts to strengthen security and stability across the region. The conversation reflected the close diplomatic contact maintained by Riyadh and Ankara this year.
A joint statement published by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs detailed a consultative meeting of foreign ministers from Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia held in Cairo on June 21, 2026. The gathering enabled a comprehensive exchange of views on regional and international developments. The participants stressed the value of ongoing coordination to advance peace, security, stability and prosperity in the Middle East.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued another joint statement following a March 2026 meeting in Riyadh that addressed Iranian attacks on several countries. Ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and other nations condemned the use of ballistic missiles and drones against civilian areas and infrastructure. The document highlighted the risks these actions posed to regional peace and security.
Egypt Today reported on a trilateral meeting in El Alamein on August 14, 2026, involving the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Türkiye. The three officials focused on recent regional developments during their discussions. This encounter preceded the latest bilateral phone call by one week.
Daily Sabah noted that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had held a similar phone discussion with Prince Faisal bin Farhan on August 1, 2026, centered on regional issues. Such frequent interactions have addressed a range of shared concerns throughout the year. The latest call on August 21 continued this pattern of high-level engagement.
