RIYADH, 15 March 2007 — Saudi Arabia and South Africa have set out a new vision of political and economic relationships following summit-level talks on a range of issues. The two countries also agreed to give a new boost to trade and investment relations and, in the presence of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah, signed an agreement on Tuesday to avoid double taxation. South African President Thabo Mbeki also witnessed the signing ceremony. Terrence Manase, a spokesman for the South African president, said, “The visit will improve political and commercial ties and will consolidate relations in other sectors.”
