Saudi FM calls Chinese counterpart

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang. (File/AFP)
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  • During the phone call, Prince Faisal congratulated Qin Gang on his new post as foreign minister
  • Two officials reviewed Saudi-Chinese relations

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan made a phone call to his Chinese counterpart on Monday.

During the phone call, Prince Faisal congratulated Qin Gang on his new post as foreign minister and the two officials reviewed Saudi-Chinese relations.

They also discussed bilateral cooperation, developments in regional and international events, efforts exerted with regard to these events in order to enhance security and stability, and the most important issues of common concern.

China appointed Qin to be its new foreign minister in late December 2023.