Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visited Riyadh for the first time in over two years, signaling a significant warming of relations between Turkey and Saudi Arabia. The two countries discussed finalizing a free trade agreement and agreed to deepen cooperation in energy sectors such as oil, petrochemicals, and renewable energy. Erdogan's visit comes as both nations align on regional issues, including support for Gaza and Syria's new government, while also navigating complex rivalries with other regional powers. The trip is part of Erdogan's broader diplomatic efforts to attract investment and mediate tensions in the Middle East.