RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Syria's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Dr. Faisal Mekdad at the ministry's headquarters in Riyadh on Thursday. During the meeting, the ministers discussed various aspects of bilateral relations and ways to further advance and strengthen the relations. The latest developments in the region and issues of common interest were also figured in their talks. The reception was attended by Dr. Saud Al-Sati, deputy minister for political affairs and Muhammad Al-Yahya, advisor to minister of foreign affairs.