Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday for a two-day official visit, ending months of efforts to renew relations with Middle East and Gulf states.
The presidency said Mr Erdogan will discuss Ankara's relations with the kingdom in meetings during the trip, as well as ways to increase co-operation.
On his arrival in Jeddah, Mr Erdogan was received by King Salman and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Al Salam Palace.
An official reception ceremony was held for him, where the national anthems of the two countries were played.
King Salman then accompanied Mr Erdogan to the main reception hall of the Royal Court.
He welcomed his guest and his high-level delegation to Saudi Arabia. Mr Erdogan expressed his happiness to visit the country and meet King Salman and Prince Mohammed.
King Salman hosted an official banquet to honour Mr Erdogan, which was attended by members of the Saudi royal family, and members of the Turkish Cabinet and parliamentary representatives.
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Saudi King Salman walks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at Al Salam Palace in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. All photos: SPA -
King Salman welcomes Mr Erdogan to Al Salam Palace. -
King Salman welcomed Mr Erdogan and a high-level delegation to the palace in Jeddah. -
King Salman held a welcome ceremony and iftar for Mr Erdogan and his delegation. -
King Salman and Mr Erdogan at Al Salam Palace. -
Mr Erdogan thanked King Salman for his welcome as he looked to strengthen ties between his country and the kingdom. -
King Salman welcomes Mr Erdogan to Jeddah on the start of his two-day visit. -
King Salman and Mr Erdogan share coffee as they speak at Al Salam Palace. -
King Salman in discussion with Mr Erdogan. -
Mr Erdogan expressed his happiness to visit Saudi Arabia and to meet King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. -
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Al Salam Palace. -
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman welcomes Mr Erdogan at the Jeddah palace. -
Dignitaries at the reception for Mr Erdogan included leading members of the Saudi royal family.
