Prime Minister to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss regional tensions, security and bilateral relations
Prime Minister Shehbaz begins a brief visit to Saudi Arabia. PHOTO: APPLICATION
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif left for a brief official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday at the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, state television reported. APPLICATION reported.
During the visit, the Prime Minister is expected to hold a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, during which the two leaders will discuss the current regional situation, ongoing tensions in the region and bilateral relations between the two countries.
According to APPLICATIONThe discussions will focus on the regional security situation and cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on issues of mutual interest.
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This visit reflects Pakistan’s continued engagement in diplomatic efforts at the international level and its role in promoting dialogue and stability in the region.
Separately, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi confirmed the visit during the weekly press briefing, saying that the prime minister had left for a one-day trip to Saudi Arabia.
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He said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar accompanied the Prime Minister during the visit.
The spokesperson added that the trip was part of the ongoing coordination between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on issues related to regional peace and security.
He said the visit should also be seen as part of broader diplomatic efforts aimed at paving the way for dialogue and diplomacy in the region.
