Crown Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense, has sent a cable of thanks to Vice President Mohammad Hamid Ansari of India marking the conclusion of his visit to the Republic of India. Crown Prince Salman thanked the Indian Vice President for the warm reception and generous hospitality he and his accompanying delegation received during their stay in India. Crown Prince Salman said this visit has given evidence of the close ties between our two countries, and provided an opportunity to discuss cooperation in various fields that will serve the peoples of the two countries. Crown Prince Salman wished the Vice President permanent good health and happiness and the people of India steady progress and prosperity.