The Australian Minister of Energy, Martin Ferguson has lauded Saudi Arabia's contribution to supporting the global oil supplies, welcoming the Kingdom's decision of raising its oil production to ease fluctuations in the world oil markets. In a statement to Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the Australian Minister welcomed the Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Eng. Ali bin Ibrahim Al-Naimi who will pay a visit to Australia tomorrow. He also said that he is looking forward to discussing with Eng. Al-Naimi a number of issues pertaining to the world oil markets.