King Salman has sent a cable of congratulations to German Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel following her re-election and to Singaporean President Halimah Yacub for winning the presidential elections. For his part, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense, has also sent a cable of congratulations to the Singaporean President for winning the elections and to Chancellor Merkel. On the other hand, King Salman issued a royal order promoting and appointing 39 judges at the Ministry of Justice at various ranks. Minister of Justice Walid bin Mohammed al-Samaani has expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the King for his continued support for the judiciary.