Riyadh, Jumada II 23, 1436, Apr 12, 2015, SPA -- The first session of the Saudi-Brazilian joint committee started in the Brazilian capital, Brasilia, within the framework the distinguished relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Federative Republic of Brazil, to enhance the cooperation between the two countries in economic and cultural fields, serve the common interests and activate the framework agreement signed between the two countries. The Saudi side participating in the ten-day session, which began on Sunday, 16/06/1436 H corresponding to 05/04/2015 AD, was led by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Nizar Madani. The Brazilian side was led by of Secretary general of the Foreign Ministry Sergio Danezi. The session also included representatives from government agencies participating in its work. --SPA 23:34 LOCAL TIME 20:34 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w