Beijing, Dhu-AlQa'dah 28, 1437, August 31, 2016, SPA -- Following his departure at the end of his official visit to China, Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Second Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has sent a cable of thanks to President XI Jinping of the People's Republic of China. In his cable, Deputy Crown Prince expressed profound appreciation and thanks to the President for the warm welcome and generous hospitality accorded to him and his accompanying delegation. He also lauded the positive outcomes of the bilateral talks that would enhance cooperation between the two friendly countries in all fields according to the vision of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, underscoring the importance of continuing cooperation and consultation on issues of mutual concern in a way that serves the vital interests of the peoples of the two countries. He wished the President every happiness and success and his country and people steady progress and prosperity. --SPA 16:51 LOCAL TIME 13:51 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w