Fifth, cultural and humanitarian fields: - The two sides confirm that all civilizations must exchange respect and tolerance in order to achieve harmonious coexistence among different human civilizations. The Chinese side praises the active Saudi efforts to promote dialogue and communication among different civilizations and religions. The two sides confirmed their readiness to make joint efforts to maintain the cultural diversity in a spirit of tolerance and mutual benefit, and the Chinese side appreciates the Saudi efforts for the establishment of King Abdullah International Centre for dialogue among followers of religions and cultures in Vienna. - The two sides encourage cultural exchanges between the two countries at the official and popular levels and support the communication and cooperation in the media, health, education, scientific research, tourism and other areas, and will continue to exchange the holding of cultural weeks and active participation in various cultural events held by the other side, and strengthen cooperation between the two countries in the youth and sports areas and professional skills, so as to enhance communication and friendship between both countries and peoples. Sixth, regional and international affairs: - The two sides agreed that the advance of peace and stability in the Middle East is in the common interest of the international community, and they are willing to strengthen communication and coordination on the situations in the region, in order to achieve political solutions to hot issues, and support the right of states to determine the developmental systems and ways that are commensurate with their national circumstances and with their independent will, in order to achieve permanent stability and sustainable economic and social development. - The two sides emphasize the need to prevent the proliferation of all kinds of mass destruction weapons, and expressed support for making the Middle East a zone free of weapons of mass destruction, including nuclear weapons, in accordance with relevant international resolutions. --More 23:18 LOCAL TIME 20:18 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w