Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The trip begins with a more public-facing moment as Macron hosts MBS at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup, the event’s first edition held outside Saudi Arabia.
Across outlets, reporting says the second day centers on bilateral negotiations and potential deal-signings. French officials indicate several agreements covering areas including health, transport and energy, alongside broader discussions tied to France’s relationships with Gulf partners.
Most sources also link the talks to regional security issues, particularly Iran and the wider Middle East. France 24 adds specific focus on the war in Iran and maritime concerns around the Strait of Hormuz, including ideas for new energy routes to bypass the strait. Other outlets emphasize coordination over Middle East developments and note the visit kicks off Sunday evening before a Monday meeting of a Saudi-French strategic partnership council.
