"I would like extend best wishes to your majesty and the people of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr," Obama said in his cable to the king.

The US president underscored the role of the fasting month of Ramadan in creating an atmosphere of peace and compassion. He also wished greater prosperity for the people of Saudi Arabia.

In his Eid message, President Sarkozy said he was looking forward to growing friendly relations between the two countries.