Islamabad (The COW News Digital) In a significant diplomatic engagement, Pakistan’s Prime Minister met with the Chief of General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces, General Fayyaz bin Hameed Al-Ruwaili, in Islamabad on Monday. The meeting was also attended by Pakistan’s Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, highlighting the importance of defense and strategic cooperation between the two nations.
During the discussions, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations across economic, defense, security, and other strategic areas. The Prime Minister praised Saudi Arabia for its steadfast support and solidarity with Pakistan, emphasizing the enduring partnership between the two countries. He also highlighted the success of his recent visit to Riyadh over the past two months, which had further reinforced ties.
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif extended warm greetings to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and conveyed best wishes for the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to deepening bilateral defense cooperation, reflecting the long-standing military and strategic partnership between Islamabad and Riyadh.
The two sides also expressed a shared determination to combat terrorism and extremism, underlining the importance of regional stability and security. General Fayyaz bin Hameed Al-Ruwaili conveyed a congratulatory message from the Saudi leadership to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the people of Pakistan, emphasizing the kingdom’s strong support for Pakistan’s peace and development initiatives.
Speaking on the occasion, General Al-Ruwaili stressed his desire to elevate the already robust defense and strategic partnership to new heights. Both sides agreed to explore further avenues for collaboration, particularly in military training, intelligence sharing, and counterterrorism operations, which remain pivotal to the security architecture of both countries.
The meeting reflects a continued effort to solidify Pakistan-Saudi relations amid a rapidly evolving regional and global geopolitical landscape. Analysts suggest that such high-level engagements are crucial for reinforcing mutual trust, promoting stability, and enhancing bilateral economic and defense ties.
As both countries look ahead, the dialogue signals a renewed commitment to joint efforts in addressing security challenges, fostering economic cooperation, and strengthening long-term strategic partnership, marking yet another milestone in the centuries-old ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
