Beijing, Jumada II 18, 1438, March 17, 2017, SPA -- The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of thanks and appreciation to President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China after his departure from China. The King said in his cable, "We are happy as we are leaving your friendly country to send to Your Majesty our thanks and appreciation for the warm reception and generous hospitality accorded to us and the accompanying delegation during our visit to China. Your Majesty, this visit during which we held talks has contributed to enhancing bilateral relations in all fields and pushing them to be strategic relations. We have discussed regional and international issues for the interest of our two countries and peoples in the service of international peace and security. We pray to Allah Almighty for permanent good health and happiness for you, and more progress and prosperity for the Chinese people, sending to you our best greetings and appreciation''. --SPA 08:20 LOCAL TIME 05:20 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w356007