RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh on Wednesday, Saudi Press Agency reported.
A welcoming ceremony was held for Merz and the two leaders held an official session of talks.
During a meeting, Merz and the crown prince reviewed aspects of Saudi-German relations, areas of cooperation, and opportunities for their development in various sectors.
They also reviewed the latest regional and international developments and efforts being made regarding them.
Merz arrived in Riyadh earlier on Wednesday on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, accompanied by a senior delegation.
He was received at King Khalid International Airport by Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, deputy governor of the Riyadh Region, alongside senior Saudi officials, diplomats and representatives from both governments, including Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan.
