RIYADH: Britain’s Prince William began his first official visit to Saudi Arabia on Monday, arriving in the capital Riyadh. The prince was welcomed by officials including Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz. Developing

The Prince of Wales has been on many official visits - but few places are as sensitive or controversial as Saudi Arabia.

As Prince William arrives in Riyadh this week, he writes the latest chapter in a remarkable story of friendship between the UK and Saudi Arabia — one that stretches back almost a…