Post Brexit Opportunities between Britain, Saudi Arabia & Jordan

Theresa May, Britain’s Prime Minister, traveled to Saudi Arabia and other countries in the middle east to discuss matters of trade and security and strengthen ties with the area throughout this past week. IN Saudi Arabia, May met with their Crown Prince to discuss cooperation for the Vision 2030 plan, which is a “blueprint that expresses long-term goals and expectations and reflects our (Saudi Arabia) country’s strengths and capabilities”. For more information, view Saudi Arabia and the missions of other countries here. Security was a main topic of discussion between Britain and SA. May described the situation as one that would work in both of their interests. Britain is invested in their long-term stability through aiding SA with regional challenges. After Britain departs from the European Union, they want to continue to strengthen their ties with middle eastern countries. Specifically, this partnership works in the interests of SA and Jordan to create a more stable region in terms of security, health and individual rights for their citizens. I find it interesting that Britain is choosing these countries particularly to strengthen ties. This seems like a power move initiated by the need for oil and other natural resources. This works in the favor of the middle eastern countries by providing them with strong ties to a powerful international player like Britain. One important note PM Theresa May made was that wants to see full humanitarian, as well as commercial access through the port of Hodeida in Yemen. This demonstrates the strong push for more clarity in Yemen’s port situation.

https://www.thenational.ae/world/mena/theresa-may-to-seek-post-brexit-opportunities-for-british-business-on-riyadh-visit-1.680056

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