United Nations (TDI): Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday called for full implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, provision of adequate and unhindered humanitarian aid to the people of besieged enclave, early commencement of its reconstruction and progress toward the two state solution.
The call was contained in a statement issued by the Pakistan Mission to the United Nations on the meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Eng. Waleed Abdul Karim El-Khereiji in New York.
It said that the two leaders also discussed the recent developments in the Middle East, including the serious humanitarian situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
They further highlighted the critical role of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in addressing issues concerning the Muslim World.
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In his remarks, Dar highlighted the long-standing Pakistan-Saudi Arabia ties and reaffirmed Islamabad’s unwavering commitment to further strengthening bilateral economic and security collaboration with the Kingdom.
He commended the remarkable progress made by Saudi Arabia under the visionary leadership of King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud, and appreciated Riyadh’s pivotal role in promoting regional and international peace and security.
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Recognizing the deep-rooted strategic and economic relations between the two nations, both sides reiterated their resolve to expand economic collaboration and explore avenues for broad-based cooperation in trade, investment, and commercial sectors, underlining the vast investment opportunities available in Pakistan.
The meeting reaffirmed the mutual commitment of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to deepening their multifaceted partnership for shared prosperity and regional stability, the Pakistani mission said.
