In Conversation with HE Adel al-Jubeir, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saudi Arabia (full session)

The minister addressed several topics during the session, including the position of President Trump in relation to the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action) in the region, the risk of nuclear proliferation, Saudi Arabia's burgeoning relationship with Iraq, and the ongoing boycott of Qatar by some Gulf countries. He spoke about his belief in "human adaptability" and that although periods of change bring instability, he was confident we would end up with a better world as a result. He said Saudi Arabia was supportive of President Trump's stance regarding Iran and the JCPOA, and that there was a need for tighter inspections within that country as the agreement has "weaknesses" within it. HE Adel al-Jubeir noted that he felt stopping Iran in terms of nuclear capability also stopped potential nuclear proliferation across the region, and that a united and strong GCC can be a major force in protecting its own territory, although America's role in security remains "indispensable".