Saudi FM to visit Iran

Originally published April 12, 1999

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal starts a two-day visit to Iran today to discuss with Iranian officials oil issues and areas of cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Iran. The Iranian News Agency, IRNA, said the visit is part of regular contacts between the two countries.

IRNA added that the Saudi FM will hold talks on regional and international developments, including the current crisis in Kosovo.

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