JEDDAH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where both leaders discussed the deep-rooted ties and bilateral partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. They reiterated their commitment to expanding cooperation in key sectors, including defense, security, and economic collaboration.
The meeting also focused on regional stability and security challenges, with both sides emphasizing the importance of close coordination to address emerging threats. They acknowledged the need for strengthening defense cooperation to ensure peace and stability in the region.
Economic and trade ties remained a key agenda, with discussions centered on increasing Saudi investments in Pakistan, particularly in energy and infrastructure projects. Both leaders expressed their resolve to accelerate joint initiatives under the Saudi-Pakistan economic framework.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s economic development. The visit marks another step in reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two nations.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described his meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman in Jeddah as productive saying discussions were held on further strengthening Pakistan-Saudi Arabia ties in trade, investment, energy and security.
In a post on his X handle, he thanked the Saudi Crown Prince for the Kingdom’s consistent support to Pakistan.
He said our enduring friendship and shared vision for prosperity is taking our bilateral relations to new heights and transforming it into a mutually beneficial economic partnership.
The Prime Minister also applauded the pivotal role played by the Saudi Crown Prince to bring peace in the Middle East and Ukraine.
