Nigerien relations, President Tandja Mamadou described the relations between the Republic of Niger and Saudi Arabia as "solid, strong, deep-rooted and historic". In the sphere of investment, President Mamadou Tandja stressed the importance of investing in his country, especially by businessmen in reclaiming agricultural lands for various agricultural crops as sign of Saudi support for the people of Niger. In this context, he mentioned a draft project, which was prepared and presented by the Saudi Fund for Development SFD. On its implementation, the project will strategically help Niger to overcome food deficit situation it faces nowadays. He also pointed out that Saudi Arabia"s contribution for financing a number of landmarks projects including Kandadji dam. In the cultural sphere, the President said that King Faisal Islamic Center as well as Prince Sultan Cultural Center are very significant Islamic landmarks in Niger and play effective roles for the benefit of Nigerien people. --SPA
