Riyadh, Rabi'I 13, 1436, January 04, 2015, SPA -- Prince Mohammed bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior, received here today French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian. During the meeting, they discussed issues of mutual interest within the framework of distinguished cooperation relations between the two friendly countries, their common efforts in combating terrorism, and contribution to maintaining international peace and security. The French Defense Minister praised strong relations between the Kingdom and France and their development throughout their history, appreciating the Interior Ministry's continuing efforts in combating terrorism and in international cooperation to confront this serious crime. Prince Mohammed bin Naif bin Abdulaziz thanked the French minister for what he expressed towards the Kingdom, stressing the Kingdom's interest in international security and stability and the importance of common cooperation among states to achieve this. --SPA 13:38 LOCAL TIME 10:38 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w