Ibrahim bin Abdullah Al Suwaiyel

Saudi Arabian diplomat and ambassador

Ibrahim bin Abdullah Al Suwaiyel - Saudi Arabian diplomat and ambassador
Born

1916
109 years ago

Died

January 22nd, 1977
48 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Saudi Arabia

Links & References

Served as a prominent diplomat for Saudi Arabia, contributing to foreign relations and international diplomacy. Held the position of ambassador to the United States, where efforts focused on strengthening ties between the two nations during a critical period in the 20th century. Played a significant role in various negotiations and initiatives that advanced Saudi interests abroad. Involvement in diplomatic missions helped shape Saudi Arabia's international presence.

Served as Saudi ambassador to the United States

Contributed to U.S.-Saudi relations during the 1960s and 1970s

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