Saudi Arabia's first resident ambassador to Colombia presents credentials in Bogota
OGOTA, November 13, Saudi Arabia Breaking News – Saudi Arabia's first resident ambassador to Colombia, Badr bin Saud Al-Turaifi, has formally presented his credentials to Colombian Foreign Minister Omar Bula, marking a new stage in relations between the two countries.
The ceremony took place at San Carlos Palace in Bogota, where Bula received the credentials on behalf of President Abelardo de la Espriella, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The appointment comes as Riyadh and Bogota seek to expand cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, agriculture, energy transition and technology, areas identified by Colombia's Foreign Ministry as priorities for their bilateral relationship.
Saudi Arabia and Colombia established diplomatic relations in September 2011. Riyadh opened its embassy in Bogota in 2024, while Colombia inaugurated its embassy in the Saudi capital in October 2025.
During the ceremony, Al-Turaifi conveyed greetings from Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the Colombian president, along with their wishes for the country's continued prosperity and stability.
The ambassador and Bula also discussed bilateral relations and opportunities to strengthen cooperation across various sectors.
Sources: Saudi Press Agency (SPA); Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
