Saudi Arabia and Canada Discuss Prospects for Cooperation in the Energy Sector and Joint Investment Opportunities

Jeddah, July 9 (KUNA) -- Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud held talks today, Thursday, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the prospects for cooperation in the energy sector and opportunities for joint investment. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that the discussions took place during the Saudi Energy Minister’s reception of the Canadian Prime Minister in Jeddah, in connection with his official visit to the Kingdom. The agency clarified that the reception included a review of bilateral relations between the two countries and discussions on several issues of mutual interest. The Canadian Prime Minister arrived in Jeddah on Wednesday for an official visit to the Kingdom, where he was welcomed at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Prince Saud bin Mishal Al Saud, Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region. (End) F.N. / A.M.H.