Saudi Gazette report

JEDDAH — Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman received French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah.

At the beginning of the reception, the Crown Prince welcomed the French President on his visit to the Kingdom, while Macron expressed his happiness to visit the Kingdom and meet the Crown Prince.

They discussed aspects of Saudi-French relations and areas of partnership between the two countries and discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation and opportunities for its development in accordance with the Kingdom's vision 2030.

They also discussed the latest developments in the Middle East and efforts to achieve international stability and peace and exchanged views on several issues of common interest.

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Jeddah earlier on Saturday.