March 16, 2017 6:49 AM

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Trump, Saudi Deputy Crown Prince agree to work toward stronger ties

US President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabian Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have agreed to explore ways to further strengthen strategic relations between the two countries. The White House said, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to stability in the Middle East, which is confronted with Iran's nuclear ambitions and conflicts in Syria, Iraq, Libya and Yemen.<br/><br/>Mr Trump and Prince Mohammed, who met in Washington on Tuesday, also agreed to explore additional steps to identify commercial and investment opportunities, including those involving energy.<br/><br/>Saudi officials have expressed optimism about rebuilding relations with the United States and collaborating with the Trump administration to limit Iran's influence in the region.

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