Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Saudi Arabia as PM Shehbaz Sharif Meets Newly Appointed Ambassador
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity, while emphasizing the need to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity, while emphasizing the need to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
The prime minister made the remarks during a meeting with newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, who called on him on Friday.
Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the ambassador to Pakistan, congratulated him on assuming his new diplomatic responsibilities and wished him success in his assignment. He also reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to deepening the longstanding fraternal ties between the two countries through stronger institutional mechanisms and expanded cooperation.
During the meeting, the prime minister strongly condemned the recent escalation in Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, which had resulted in the loss of precious lives and injuries to dozens of innocent people, including Pakistani nationals.
He stressed that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia had consistently stood by each other and reaffirmed Islamabad’s resolve to stand alongside the Kingdom in safeguarding its national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Strategic Defence Cooperation and Regional Security
Highlighting the depth of bilateral relations, Shehbaz Sharif described the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance as historic milestones in the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
He said these arrangements reflected the two countries’ shared commitment to regional peace and security, underscoring the importance of continued coordination in addressing common challenges.
The prime minister also appreciated the remarkable progress achieved in Pakistan–Saudi Arabia relations in recent years, emphasizing the need to build on existing mechanisms to broaden cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s Economic Support
Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude to the Saudi leadership for its longstanding economic and financial assistance to Pakistan, acknowledging the Kingdom’s continued support during challenging economic circumstances.
He assured Ambassador Albugamy of Pakistan’s full support and cooperation in carrying out his diplomatic mission and in further strengthening the historic relationship between the two countries.
The meeting underscored Islamabad’s commitment to reinforcing its strategic partnership with Riyadh, with particular emphasis on mutual support, defence cooperation, economic engagement and regional stability.