Saudi Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing Majid Al-Hogail met Korean Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Won Hee-ryong as part of his Asian tour that began in Seoul. The ministers discussed frameworks for enhancing cooperation in the municipal, housing and smart-city sectors, the importance of activating the executive program, and the exchange of experiences in a way that would serve the two countries. Al-Hogail lauded the progress of the nations’ relations, the cooperation between them, and the advantages that resulted from the formation of strategic alliances and partnerships. The ministers also inaugurated the first Saudi-Korean Housing Cooperation Forum. Al-Hogail said at the event that the focus was on enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the government’s role, in addition to cultivating the spirit of social responsibility. He also stressed the need for cooperation between countries on a global scale to expand and diversify the economy’s resources, and create job opportunities. He expressed the hope that the first forum would help both sides develop a common understanding of the national vision, government policies, infrastructure and municipal projects.