 ومسجدها الإسلام ونقوم بك وذلك before I delivered a statement on behalf of His Highness the Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate UAE for 3 occasions First, the 50th National Day anniversary and second for the integration of expo and third for convening or hosting this conference in the capital Abu Dhabi Your Excellency, ladies and gentlemen, thank you for your kind invitation to speak at the official opening of the World Policy Conference Such an occasion represents a unique opportunity to enhance dialogue and engagement on issues regional and global concern The inside shared here worked toward informing policy making by gathering officials, researchers, business leaders and industry experts under the same proof The great array of topics are under discussion from shifting state of global geopoliticals to the challenge of global health, energy and climate change The variety and this intensity of the challenges facing the international community require careful attention and deliberation making matters of global governance very timely indeed The outst of COVID-19 pandemic, the Kingdom made decision to address these challenges sustainably and inclusively The most effective method to do is by relying global efforts within multilateral frameworks This approach act as an extension of decades long diplomacy that sought to bring nation together narrowing differences in order to focus on border picture, the shared challenges facing the international community In an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, the pandemic highlights our common threats and intensified shared challenges Unfortunately, this was also accompanied by increased liberalization around geopolitical and global hotspots Communities struggled in terms of lives and lifehoods At MODIS, these factors increasing international cooperation and bathing the way for sustainable economic recovery became the vital bath we choose Recent challenges emphasize the importance of our ambition in 2030 The need to diversify public revenue stream, develop human capital and create sustainable economics are challenges relevant to most nations We have been investing in Saudi youth enabling them with necessary skills and diverse opportunity that enhance the quality of life in our society The Venus May Program such as the recently announced Human Capability Development Program and the National Transportation Logistics Strategy Help our economy to better integrate with regional and global opportunities We have also opened up new sectors for employment and investment such as tourism, entertainment, technology and green solutions The Kingdom Foreign Policy is driven by dedication to this vision, a commitment to regional security and deep affirmation of our mineral global partnership We believe this will act as a catalyst for transformation across the region, creating an environment more receptive to the ambitions of our youth The Kingdom is equally committed to addressing the challenges of energy sustainability, climate change and lending a helping hand to countries in need The Kingdom proudly ranked as the third most provider of humanitarian aid, both our Islamic and human values drive our solidarity with countries who are in need The main platform for our donation is the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center which supervised over 1,727 projects in more than 70 countries They are mounting to more than $4 billion in aid Another key provider of Saudi assistance is the Saudi Fund for Development which has been operating in Africa for the last 4 decades Its grant and loans amounted nearly $13.5 billion in the last 45 years In 45 countries, their projects span different areas such as food, security, health and education Your Excellency, joining the world in achieving a sustainable recovery also means working together to find a creative way to tackle climate change while maintaining energy security and efficiency In addition to the Kingdom adherence to the International Climate Accord such as Paris Agreement and supporting the success of COP26 We believe we can do more based on this conviction His Royal Highness the Crown Prince launched ambitious projects such as Saudi and the Middle East Green Initiatives Within the Kingdom, we aim to reduce emissions, significantly raise our dependence on renewable and plant more than 10 billion trees We also plan on hosting a green initiative forum at the end of this month Inviting our friends and partners to participate With our regional partners, we are embarking on the largest overstation project aiming to plant over 40 billion trees across the Middle East This is part of the larger commitment to cater for the need for the planet As we support innovation in renewable and green energy as well as pioneering innovation in marine and land conservation in the Red Sea, Neum and across the Kingdom In acting, this ambition plan and strengthening global partnership require regional environmental that is stable and we give cooperation over tension We are keen on shifting the region toward stability, cooperation and mutual beneficial partnership Saudi diplomacy is full of example showing its dedication to seek peaceful solution to conflicts and disputes The Kingdom offered through the Friends of Sudan group to facilitate peace and transition in Sudan were vital We supported the UN integrated transition assistance mission in Sudan toward inclusive transition We continue to stand with the people of Sudan in maintaining state institution and supporting Sudan stability and prosperity I would like also to highlight the Al-Ula declaration which was asserted solidarity and friendship within the GCC It was a landmark moment in which the region leaders closed to come together, choose to come together and bathe a bright future for the region We have also been advancing a peaceful solution to conflict in Yemen Unfortunately, the Houthi have yet to engage with our unitary case fire Nor do they seem receptive to international pressure We call on them to case their campaign that are jeopardizing Yemen future and standing in the way of peace Establishing long lasting peace and stability through the region We'll always remain a top priority for the Kingdom, facilitating peace is a way forward to improving global governance and enabling more open world Your Excellency, the world is undergoing profound transformation And we need to adopt if we are to raise the occasion of fulfilling the aspiration of our youth Creating opportunities, enhancing connectivity and strengthening partnerships should guide our path forward The Kingdom will continue to act as a strong advocate of multilateral frameworks to address common challenges And work toward building a safe and secure future for the region where this can be achieved Thank you