RIYADH: Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman has received the commander of US Central Command Gen. Kenneth McKenzie, and his accompanying delegation. They discussed the partnership between the Kingdom and the US, specifically in the area of defense. They emphasized the importance of the partnership and its role in maintaining international peace and security, and promoting stability in the region. They also discussed the latest developments in the region, and the joint efforts made towards it to serve the security and stability of the region and the world. The meeting was attended by a number of senior officials from both sides.