Minister for Interior Rehman Malik was also present during the meeting.

Matters relating to Pak-Saudi bilateral relations and regional situation were discussed during the meeting.

While discussing the Pak-Saudi relations, the President said that Pakistan highly values its close and cordial bilateral cooperation with the brotherly Muslim country Saudi Arabia and desires to further strengthen political, economic, trade and commercial ties between the two countries.

The President appreciated Saudi Arabia's assistance to the government and people of Pakistan in times of need.

Discussing the regional situation with reference to Middle East, the President reiterated Pakistan's principled stance that it favours political stability and non-interference in internal affairs of the countries by outside elements.

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