Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said an agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran for normalizing their bilateral ties would promote regional peace and security.
He made these remarks during a meeting with Saudi Deputy Interior Minister Dr. Nasir bin Abdul Aziz Al- Dawood who called on him here at the Prime Minister’s Office, said a news release.
In March, Iran and Saudi Arabia, the two great oil-producing rivals of the Middle East, agreed to restore ties and reopen embassies seven years after relations were severed.
The prime minister expressed gratitude for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its support during last year’s heavy floods.
He also thanked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for extending support to evacuate Pakistanis stranded in Sudan as the law and order situation got worsen there.
The prime minister showed his appreciation to the Kingdom for including Pakistan in the “Road to Makkah” project which would facilitate Pakistani Hujjaj intending to go for Hajj this year thorough the Islamabad International Airport.
The Saudi Deputy Interior Minister thanked Pakistan for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation.
He said that that brotherly ties between Pakistan and KSA were deeply rooted in history.
He showed his satisfaction over the useful meetings held with the Pakistani Ministers for Interior, Religious Affairs and Narcotics Control during his visit.
He informed the PM that the Road to Makkah Project would also be extended to Lahore and Peshawer from the next year to facilitate more Hujjaj in discharge of this important religious obligation.
The Saudi delegation left for Saudi Arabia earlier in the evening after concluding their two-day official visit.
The Saudi official also signed an agreement pertaining to the “Road to Makkah” project with Pakistani authorities at the Prime Minister’s office today.
The initiative will mark a major milestone in simplifying and streamlining immigration processes for pilgrims, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.
