Deputy Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, second deputy premier and minister of defense, met visiting German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen in Riyadh on Thursday. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations in all fields, particularly in the field of defense. They also reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East region and efforts being exerted to combat terrorism. Leyen's visit also aims to conclude a deal for training Saudi military officers, the German Embassy in Riyadh said in a statement. The visit would finalize the talks on enhanced cooperation in the training sector. Beginning from next year, the German Defense College will host several young officers and staff from the Saudi military. Von der Leyen is the latest German official to visit Saudi Arabia this year, reflecting "a period of intensified exchange" between the two states, Ambassador Dieter Haller said.