Yemen’s Special Envoy Lenderking said they are a “vital partner” as the United States. Biden’s representative argued that their activities in the Middle East did not decrease.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to travel to Riyadh next week to meet with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, a month after US President Joe Biden’s visit.
Concerning the planned visit from Beijing at the highest level, discussions began that the influence of the USA in the Middle East is decreasing.
The claim that “US influence in the Middle East is declining”
Both Beijing and Riyadh are trying to strengthen relations between the two countries.
The Biden administration has disputed claims that Shi’s visit to Saudi Arabia signals Washington’s waning influence in the Middle East.
“We’re not going anywhere”
US Special Envoy to Yemen Tim Lenderking said that other global powers are waiting for diplomatic visits, but the US has expressed its commitment to the region after Biden’s visit in July.
Speaking to CNBC, Lenderking “The president’s most important message to the region is that the United States is not going anywhere.” said.
Biden’s representative: We are a vital partner
“The United States is a vital partner not only for Saudi Arabia but for all countries in the region” Lenderking, who put forward the view that “America supports countries and their security. It’s an American priority.” he added.
