Saudi first female ambassador starts mission in US

Princess Rima Bint Bandar Al-Saud was appointed in April by royal decree as first Saudi female ambassador

RIYADH (AA) – Saudi Arabia’s first female ambassador on Thursday started her new mission as her country’s top diplomat in Washington DC.

“Honored to present my credentials today,” Princess Rima Bint Bandar Al-Saud tweeted.

“Looking forward to starting this chapter of my life in Washington DC,” she said.

She noted that she was feeling excited to begin her new journey with a "wonderful team."

On April 16, King Salman bin Abdul Aziz issued a royal decree appointing Princess Bint Bandar as the kingdom's ambassador in Washington, succeeding Prince Khalid bin Salman, the king's son.

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