As a leader, he was always candid and have the courage of his convictions. One of those convictions was the steadfast and passionate believed the importance of the U.S. Saudi relationship as a force of stability and security in the Middle East and beyond.
President Obama expresses his respect for King Abdullah and emphasizes the importance of the U.S.-Saudi relationship.
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