Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he discussed defence cooperation, a possible drone deal and food security with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
“There are domains in which Ukraine and Saudi Arabia can strengthen each other’s ability to protect lives and people,” Zelensky said on X after the call.
In his video address, Zelensky said a team of Ukrainian officials was in the region, adding that relations between Ukraine and Saudi Arabia were developing well in several areas.
“I am counting on reciprocity in our mutual support,” he said.
Ukraine and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement on military cooperation in March when Zelensky met the crown prince.
Ukraine has developed expertise in countering Iranian-designed drones during more than four and a half years of war with Russia.
The country has also signed agreements on drone development with other countries in the Middle East, the Gulf region and elsewhere.
