Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his meeting with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, said that nothing could prevent the development of friendly relations between the two countries. This was reported by RIA News.
The Russian leader thanked the crown prince for the invitation. The President noted that the distinguished guest was expected in Moscow, but circumstances “made adjustments” to these plans.
“But nothing can prevent the development of our friendly relations,” Putin emphasized.
He noted that he took advantage of the invitation and decided to visit Saudi Arabia during a planned visit to the region.
Putin came to meet the Crown Prince and all his friends with whom Russia has been actively “interacting” over the past seven years.
December 6 Putin again invited Saudi Crown Prince to visit Russia He said he would “undoubtedly” come to Moscow.
It was previously known that Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz was. appointed instead of himself as the head of the crown prince’s government.