Expressing satisfaction over the current status of bilateral relations between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz Tuesday said that the traditional fraternity in these ties provides a strong basis to enhance co-operation between the two countries. Aziz stated this in a farewell call on him by the outgoing Ambassador of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Abdullah Marzouk Al-Zahrani here at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
According to Foreign Office Spokesperson Nafees Zakaria, the adviser appreciated the 'outstanding' contribution of Ambassador Zahrani to the development of Pakistan-Saudi relations during his tenure in Islamabad. Referring to the number of high-level visits between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Aziz expressed satisfaction over the current status of relations between the two brotherly countries.
"Wishing the ambassador well in his future endeavours, the adviser added that the traditional fraternity in bilateral relations will provide a strong basis to enhance co-operation between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the future," the spokesperson added. According to him, the outgoing Saudi ambassador expressed his sincere gratitude for the support and co-operation extended by the government and people of Pakistan during his stay in the country. He also conveyed his optimism that his successor will contribute towards further strengthening the bilateral ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, the spokesperson added.
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