French-Saudi strategic talks begin with esports finale and bilateral agreements

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for a two-day visit starting Sunday, with the opening event being the Esports World Cup closing ceremony in Paris. On Monday, the leaders are set to sign agreements on health, transport, and energy, and chair the first meeting of the Saudi-French strategic partnership council. Discussions are expected to cover Middle East stability and regional security, amid ongoing tensions involving Iran.