Riyadh has begun the process of setting up a Saudi embassy in Oslo following Prince Salman’s announcement on Thursday that the two countries are to further cement diplomatic ties.

The prince also met with Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Store.

The establishment of the Saudi embassy aims to further boost good relations between the two countries.

The prince also attended a dinner hosted by Norway’s Minister of Research and Higher Education Tora Aasland. During the meeting, the minister expressed her wish to send students from her country to the King Abdullah University for Science and Technology and also welcomed the prospect of Saudi students studying in Norway.