Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the Pakistan-Saudi defence agreements as a historic milestone in the longstanding brotherly relations between the two countries. He said the mutual defence agreement and the Mecca joint defence alliance reflect their shared commitment to regional peace and security.
The prime minister made these remarks during a meeting with Saudi Arabia’s newly appointed ambassador, Dr Rajeh Tami Al-Buqami. The meeting focused on bilateral relations and cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Sharif welcomed the ambassador to Pakistan and congratulated him on assuming his new diplomatic responsibilities.
Shehbaz Sharif also expressed his best wishes for the ambassador’s success in his new role. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss the progress made in relations between the two countries and ways to strengthen their longstanding partnership.
The prime minister said Pakistan-Saudi relations had made significant progress in recent years. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening existing institutional mechanisms to deepen and expand bilateral cooperation across different sectors.
Sharif highlighted the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, saying both countries had consistently supported each other. He described the strategic mutual defence agreement and the Mecca joint defence alliance as important milestones in their historic relationship.
According to the prime minister, both agreements demonstrate the two countries’ shared determination to promote regional peace and security. The arrangements also highlight the importance Pakistan and Saudi Arabia attach to their close partnership and cooperation on matters of mutual interest.
The meeting underscored Pakistan’s intention to further strengthen ties with Saudi Arabia through established diplomatic and institutional channels. Both countries continue to build on their longstanding relationship, with defence cooperation and broader bilateral engagement remaining important elements of their partnership.
