MOSCOW, April 11. /TASS/. Russia is determined to continue cooperation with Saudi Arabia, including for stability and security in the Middle East, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday at a ceremony in which newly appointed ambassadors presented him their credentials in the Kremlin.

Among them was an ambassador from Saudi Arabia.

"Cooperation between Russia and Saudi Arabia remains a significant factor for security and stability in the Middle east and North Africa," Putin said.

The head of state noted steady development of the two countries’ relations in various fields, implementation of joint projects and coordinated steps in the global hydrocarbon market.