PM calls for strengthening Pak-Saudi defense, economic ties


Minister for Defence of Saudi Arabia Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Saturday.

The meeting discussed ways and means to strengthen bilateral cooperation in defence and security sectors. Views were also exchanged over regional peace and security situation.

The Prime Minister underscored the need to increase defense and economic cooperation between the two countries.

Mentioning the Special Investment Facilitation Council, the Prime Minister said a one-window operation has been established for investors to facilitate business and investment.

Extending good wishes to the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the Saudi Crown Prince, Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan awaits the visit of Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman.

On the occasion, the Saudi Defense Minister thanked Pakistan for inviting him on Pakistan Day parade.

Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir , Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif were also pr
esent during the meeting.

Source: Radio Pakistan