Jeddah, SPA:

 The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a cable of congratulations to President Benigno S. Aquino III of Philippines on the occasion of the Independence Day of his country.

 In his own name and on behalf of the people and the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed sincere congratulations and good wishes for the President, the government and the friendly people of Philippines for steady advancement and prosperity.