Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that terrorists are common enemies of humanity and world community should join hands to eliminate this menace. He said this while briefing Saudi journalists and media persons at a local hotel here. He said that terrorists and extremists are not Muslims and they are defaming Islam.
The Minister said that Pakistan has rendered tremendous sacrifices in war against terrorism and the world recognises its sacrifices. He said that Osama bin Laden is dead now and those who claim otherwise should come out with proof.
The Minister said that Pakistan always looks towards Saudi Arabia and considers it a uniting force for the entire Ummah. He appreciated the Saudi leadership for initiating the interfaith dialogue and harmony amongst cultures and religions.
The Minister said that Pakistani community is playing an important role in the development and prosperity of Saudi Arabia as well as Pakistan. He said that steps have been taken to facilitate Pakistani community residing in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
He thanked the Saudi leadership for facilitating Pakistani community in the Kingdom. He also lauded the Saudi leadership for assisting Pakistan through difficult times.
Later on, Pakistan's Federal Minister for Interior, Rehman Malik, called on Assistant Saudi Interior Minister, HRH Prince Muhammad bin Naif, at his Office and discussed matters of mutual interest and the ways and means to strengthen the existing fraternal relations between the two countries.
Pakistan's Minister for Interior apprised him about the latest situation in the region and Pakistan's efforts to fight terrorism and curb extremism. The Minister said that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia's relations were time tested and beyond material considerations. The Pakistan Minister said that the leadership and the people of Pakistan have high regards for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, his leadership and the people of Saudi Arabia. He lauded the Saudi leadership and expressed his gratitude for assisting Pakistan during hours of trail. The Saudi Assistant Interior Minister appreciated Pakistan's role in the fight against terrorism and extremism.