[Wang Yi talks with Saudi National Security Advisor Aiban] On November 2, Wang Yi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and director of the Foreign Affairs Office of the CPC Central Committee, held talks with Saudi Minister of State, Cabinet members and National Security Advisor Aiban in Beijing. Aiban handed over a letter from Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed to President Xi Jinping on the development of bilateral relations between China and Saudi Arabia and issues of common concern to both parties. Wang Yi said that Saudi Arabia has always been China's important comprehensive strategic partner, and China places the development of relations with Saudi Arabia as a priority in China's Middle East diplomacy. Under the strategic guidance of the top leaders of the two countries, China-Saudi Arabia relations have maintained a steady momentum of development. The two sides have strengthened political mutual trust, maintained strategic communication, and promoted practical cooperation, becoming a stabilizing force in the region. China is willing to work with Saudi Arabia to continuously promote new progress in bilateral relations. The two sides exchanged views on the situation in the Middle East and the Gulf. Wang Yi said that the current regional situation has once again reached a critical intersection between war and peace. Although the road to peace is not smooth, it is coming soon. It is hoped that all parties will resolve disputes, quell wars, and maintain regional energy and waterway security through dialogue and negotiation. China believes that countries in the region should enhance understanding, rebuild mutual trust, improve relations, live in harmony, and promote the establishment of a new regional security architecture through consultation that serves the long-term interests of the people of the region. China is willing to uphold the series of initiatives and propositions put forward by President Xi Jinping on maintaining regional peace and stability, communicate and coordinate with all parties including Saudi Arabia, and play China's constructive role in helping the region get out of the gloom as soon as possible and achieve long-term peace and stability. (Xinhua News Agency)