Saudi FM, Canadian Counterpart Discuss Relations and Developments
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call on Tuesday from his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand.
During the call, they discussed bilateral relations and the latest regional and international developments.
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