Jeddah, SPA:

 The Royal Court issued today the following statement:

 At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin and upon the directive of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Second Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense left for the Russian Federation today, on Tuesday, 4/9/1438 AH corresponding to 30/5/2017 AD on a working visit.

 During the visit, the Deputy Crown Prince will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and a number of senior officials to discuss bilateral relations, enhance cooperation between the two friendly countries, and review issues of mutual interest.