Saudi King, Pakistani President Discuss Regional Security

Arab News22.07.2011 Security
Saudi King, Pakistani President Discuss Regional Security

Saudi King, Pakistani President Discuss Regional Security

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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan agreed earlier this week that talks should be held to resolve all regional issues to maintain peace, stability and security in the region.

In wide-ranging talks with King Abdullah, Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari discussed matters of mutual national interest, including security in the region and the pivotal role of Pakistan in the war against terrorism.

King Abdullah lauded Pakistan's sacrifices in the fight against terrorism and said the Kingdom is a steadfast friend of Pakistan.

The meeting was also attended by Interior Minister Prince Naif. Pakistan's newly appointed Ambassador Naeem Khan, Consul General Abdul Salik Khan and senior officials from both countries were also present.

Zardari was on a two-day official visit to the Kingdom and was accompanied by Interior Minister Rehman Malik and Presidential Spokesman Farhatullah Babar.

Zardari's visit to the Kingdom takes place after his recent visits to Afghanistan and Iran.

During the meeting, Zardari said the two countries continue to enjoy excellent relations as they are based on solid foundations of Islamic identity, common historical experiences and commonality of perceptions on all national and international issues. These linkages, since the birth of Pakistan, have now matured into unbreakable bonds of fraternity and brotherhood.

Both leaders reiterated their resolve to further strengthen bilateral relations and place greater emphasis on cooperation in the economic and commercial fields for mutual growth and development.

"Pakistan favors political stability in the Middle East and is against the use of force in the region," said Zardari.

"Zardari's visit aims at strengthening bilateral ties and to take forward the consultative process on issues of peace, security and political stability in countries of the region that have recently been witnessing violence and turmoil," said a press statement from the Pakistani Consulate.

 

Source: Arab News

 



 
 

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