Saudi Arabia strives to develop relations with Russia: Saudi FM

Moscow, The Gulf Observer: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that the Kingdom strived to strengthen and develop relations with Russia at all levels.

The foreign minister made the remarks during a session of talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday. “I look forward to today’s discussions contributing to unifying visions and supporting bilateral relations. There is always something new in the relations between our two friendly countries, which we seek to strengthen and develop at all levels,” he said.

The visit of the Saudi foreign minister to Moscow comes after his visit to Ukraine on Sunday for the first time since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries 30 years ago. The minister said that he discussed with Lavrov the challenges affecting the world, and they also exchanged views on international crises.

Prince Faisal praised the existing coordination in various fields between the two countries with regard to developing joint relations and coordination to face international challenges.

On his part, Lavrov welcomed Saudi Arabia’s increased interest in actively participating not only in the resolution of regional issues but also issues at the international level. The Russian minister said he sees the importance of “permanent and mutual” coordination between the two countries at the level of ministries and government agencies and in the areas of trade, economy, and investments between Riyadh and Moscow. “We always agree on the necessary steps to develop cooperation between Russia and Saudi Arabia,” Lavrov added.