JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia - Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has congratulated Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his re-election to a new term during a phone call on Wednesday.

In the call, the Crown Prince wished President Erdogan further success and the people of Turkey more progress and prosperity.

President Erdogan thanked the Crown Prince for his noble feelings, according to a report from the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's congratulatory message comes as President Erdogan was re-elected for a new term in office, with his Justice and Development Party (AK Party) securing a majority in the country's parliament during the elections held on March 31.

President Erdogan's new term will begin on July 9, and he has vowed to continue his efforts to strengthen Turkey's economy and security, as well as to promote the country's role in regional and international affairs.

The congratulatory message from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman highlights the strong ties between Saudi Arabia and Turkey, which are both important players in the Middle East and the world.