Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm strong bilateral ties

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia reaffirmed their strong bilateral ties and commitment to further strengthening cooperation.

The understanding was reaffirmed during a telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Both leaders agreed to deepen the long-standing fraternal bonds between the two countries, which have attained new heights in recent months, as reported by Radio Pakistan.

During the discussion, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the need to maintain unity and harmony within the Muslim Ummah in view of the current challenges.

Expressing Pakistan’s complete solidarity with Saudi Arabia, he stressed the importance of maintaining regional peace and stability through dialogue and diplomacy.

The Prime Minister conveyed his respectful regards for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, as well as for the Crown Prince.

He acknowledged the Crown Prince’s warmth and affection towards Pakistan.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman appreciated the telephone call and reiterated the Kingdom’s desire to expand cooperation with Pakistan in all areas of mutual interest.

He also expressed his desire to undertake an official visit to Pakistan in the coming year.