Pakistan accords utmost importance to relations with Saudi Arabia: President


Defence Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud called on President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad today.

Talking to the visiting dignitary, the President said Pakistan accords utmost importance to its relations with Saudi Arabia which are marked by shared faith. He underscored the need for further increasing bilateral cooperation in various fields.

The President thanked Saudi Arabia for the support it extended to Pakistan during challenging times.

He lauded the leadership of King Salman and the vision of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to take Saudi Arabia towards remarkable progress.

The Saudi Defence Minister said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoy strong historical, strategic and defence cooperation and both countries should work together to further deepen it.

He highlighted that Saudi Arabia believes in regional prosperity and has succeeded in increasing economic integration.

Source: Radio Pakistan