RIYADH: Saudi Shoura Council Speaker Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Asheikh on Monday received the Deputy Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Furqat Sidiqov — and his accompanying delegation — on the sidelines of the politician’s visit to the Kingdom. During the meeting, Al-Asheikh highlighted the historic links between the two countries and expressed hopes of further strengthening the bonds, especially cooperation between the Shoura Council and Uzbek parliament.