Both being dominated by Sunni Islam, Saudi Arabia and Senegal have developed a strong relationship.

Since the beginning of Yemeni Civil War, Senegal has participated as part of Saudi-led coalition against the Houthis, a Shia rebel group native to Yemen.

Senegal has promised to deploy over 2,100 troops to Saudi Arabia.

In response, Saudi Arabia has tried to counter Iranian influence in the African nation.

Nonetheless, Senegal later re-appointed its ambassador to Qatar, hoping to reduce tensions between two Gulf Arab nations.