RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs hosted a meeting on Saturday with Jean-Noel Barrot, the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, to discuss relations and key regional developments, Saudi Press Agency reported.

During their talks, Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Barrot emphasized the importance of strengthening the partnership between Saudi Arabia and France, focusing on shared interests.

High on the agenda were the ongoing situations in Gaza and Lebanon and the international efforts being made to address them.

The meeting was attended by Saudi Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud Al-Sati and Prince Musab bin Mohammed Al-Farhan, advisor to the foreign minister for political affairs.

The exchange highlighted both nations' commitment to working closely on pressing international matters, SPA added.