The ministers of interior have defined the following strategic objectives for the Ministry: Achieve security and stability Kingdom-wide, and provide tranquility and safety for citizens and residents of the Kingdom. Fight against all means of crime to ensure the safety of Saudi society and its development. Ensure safety of Pilgrims in order to perform their rituals safely. Reinforce security relationships with neighboring Arab countries and cooperate with the Countries of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), to maintain safety in the Kingdom and abroad, control crime and drug smuggling, exchange security information, organize citizenship regulations and systems and other miscellaneous issues. Reinforce security cooperation with Arab countries to protect cultural possessions and achievements, support internal and external security, control crime, terrorism and drug smuggling and develop Arab security institutions.