Saudi Arabia is defined as an absolute Monarchy, is divided into 13 provinces that at the same time are divided in 118 governments. The State of Saudi Arabia extends for the Arabian Peninsula, occupying a total surface of 2.150.000 square kilometers (roughly 80% of this one).
Saudi Arabia is a monarchy based on the rules that govern the Islamic society, in its strictest interpretation. Declaring that only the Koran is its Constitution, lack of Parliament itself, and the political parties and trade unions are forbidden. Executive power resides in the King, who appoints and directs the Council of Ministers.
Saudi Arabia’s main regional relations are established with Yemen, Iran, Syria and Iraq. About international relationships, recently Saudi Arabia had maintained a close relationship with the United States. Currently, it presents a lot of mutual interest in Asia, particularly in China, India and South Korea. If we talk about the European Union, Germany, United Kingdom and France are some of the major trade partners of Saudi Arabia in Europe.
Diplomatic relations with Spain have been traditionally characterized for being cordial, marked by a traditional sympathy and friendship between the two countries and between the two monarchies. the King is the principal attendant of the relations between Spain and this country.
The economic relations between Saudi Arabia have been stronger recently, although they are still away from their potential. An example of that is that the movements of direct investment registered are still much reduced in both directions.
The Hon. Mr. Álvaro Iranzo Gutiérrez, Ambassador of Spain in Saudi Arabia, will explain the current commercial and diplomatic situation and the relations between Saudi Arabia and Spain.
Source: Information of Saudi Arabia’s Country (Ministry of external Affairs and of Cooperation).
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Meeting and lunch
Date: 06/03/2018
Aimed at: Journalists, academics, representatives of institutions and entrepreneurs (at the express invitation of CEI International Affairs)
Hours: from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place: Avda. Vallvidrera, 25. Barcelona.
Contact: Sra. Àngels Vara
Price: 75 Euros (corresponding to lunch)