Energy & Resources
Saudi Arabia to supply France extra diesel, Elysee says
Saudi Arabia has agreed to supply extra diesel to France “for as many months as necessary”, the Elysee Palace said Wednesday during President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Riyadh.
The Elysee said Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also agreed to consult on expanding security cooperation and infrastructure projects to bypass the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.
The visit came days after violent rioting across France.
Uncertainty notes
The amount of extra diesel was not specified.
The timing and terms of the additional diesel supplies were not specified.
Source
AFP news report published on .