Iranian delegation has set to visit Saudi Arabia this week to pave the way for reopening its diplomatic missions there following a similar move by Riyadh.

The announcement comes a day after a Saudi delegation arrived in Tehran on a similar diplomatic trip and follows a historic meeting between the two Gulf countries’ foreign ministers in China.

Deputy Foreign Minister Alireza Enayati said in an interview with state television two separate delegations will go to Riyadh and Jeddah, ahead of reopening Iran’s embassy and consulate respectively.