Saudi Leadership Congratulates President of France on National Day
King Salman wished Macron continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of France steady progress and prosperity.
He also praised relations binding their countries, which both peoples are keen to strengthen.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent Macron a similar cable on the occasion.
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