Prince Saud quoted President Bush as saying that he was keen on restoration of peace to the Middle East and establishment of two independent states: the Palestinian state and Israel, and said 'it seems that the US President will follow this step for the solution of the Palestinian problem.' He noted that Prince Abdullah had pointed out, during his talks, to the Road Map and to the Arab peace initiative for the settlement of the dispute On the Saudi petroleum policy, Prince Saud said the Kingdom is keen on serving the interests of both oil consumers and producers, adding that the US government has expressed appreciation for the Saudi policy in this respect. On the Saudi-American Commission, Prince Saud said the Commission, which will be co-chaired by the Foreign Ministers of the two countries, will be concerned with bilateral relations. He noted that the Commission will hold a meeting every year alternately in the two countries. Prince Saud said Prince Abdullah had held talks with the US Vice-President and State Secretary on a number of topics of mutual interest. 'These talks will have a positive impact on the Saudi-American relations', he said.--more1243 Local Time 0943 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/258012
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