RIYADH: The president of Kazakhstan met with the secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Jeddah on Sunday. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev praised the great role played by the OIC in leading efforts to promote joint Islamic action and consolidate the spirit of Islamic solidarity. He stressed his country’s interest in strengthening cooperation with the organization. Hissein Brahim Taha expressed appreciation for Kazakhstan’s active membership of the OIC, and the country’s efforts to support the activities of the intergovernmental organization and promote joint action through various initiatives. Taha also stressed the organization’s keenness to enhance cooperation with Kazakhstan in areas of common interest. Tokayev is currently in the Kingdom and arrived on Saturday. He was received by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the Al-Salaam Palace and the two leaders held an official session of talks. They also reviewed bilateral relations, aspects of cooperation in various fields, and a number of issues of common interest.