JEDDAH — Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa has held talks with Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy premier and minister of defense, in Jeddah, where both leaders discussed their countries’ deep-rooted historic relations, in addition to latest regional and international developments and issues of mutual interest.

Earlier, in a statement on his arrival in Jeddah, Bahrain’s King Hamad “hailed the two countries’ deep historical roots and shared fundamentals and visions, which are expanding bilateral relations.”

He reiterated Bahrain’s unwavering support to Saudi Arabia in combating terrorism and all those who support and fund the scourge of terror.

He backed the dedicated efforts of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman to strengthen cohesion and bolster unity in order to confront all challenges, which threaten regional security and prey on the Arab and Islamic nations.

"We affirm that the whole Muslim World stands with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in its dedicated endeavors and leading role in defending the Islamic nation and championing its causes," King Hamad was quoted by Bahrain News Agency as saying.

He also said that he valued the Saudi-led efforts to enhance the standard of services and facilities put at the disposal of all those who visit the holy sites.

Earlier on Tuesday, Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman received at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah princes, Ulema, ministers and a group of citizens who came to greet him, SPA said. – Al-Arabiya/SG