King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz will start Monday a four-nation tour to the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, and Turkey, said a statement by the Royal Court Sunday. The statement broadcast by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said the 13-day tour would be aimed at bolstering bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and these countries During the tour, the King would discuss with European leaders regional and international issues of mutual interest, indicated the statement. This is King Abdullah's second tour to Europe since assuming the leadership of Saudi Arabia in 2005. The previous tour in June included France, Poland, and Spain.