On November 9, 2003, on the part of the Chinese government and the Chinese people, President Hu Jintao sent a message to King Abdul-Aziz, strongly condemning the terrorist bombing in Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, which caused mass casualty of innocent civilians. Hu expressed sincere condolences to the wounded and families of the victims.

Hu emphasized that the Chinese government is firmly opposed to terrorism in any form and is willing to make unremitting efforts with Saudi Arabia and other members of the international community to safeguard world peace and security.