No problem with US,says Saudi foreign minister

The secretary arrived for his visit here amid indications of strain in relations between Riyadh and Washington over the Obama administrations policy toward war-torn Syria,its movement toward a possible dialogue with Iran,a regional rival of the Saudis,and its stance on Egypt.

The prince told Kerry: A true relationship between friends is based on sincerity,candour and frankness,rather than mere courtesy. The pair appeared together not long after Kerry,speaking to US employees at the American Embassy here,hailed the kingdoms role as the senior player in the Middle East.