Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to further deepen mutual cooperation in all fields, including economy, trade, energy and investment.

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari held bilateral meeting with his Saudi Arabia counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on the sidelines of the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

The two Foreign Ministers exchanged views on various aspects of bilateral relations as well as the regional situation and global issues.

The Foreign Minister conveyed greetings and best wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman.

He also appreciated the vision and efforts of the Saudi leadership for progress and development of the Kingdom and regional peace.

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari also briefed his Saudi Arabia counterpart about the ongoing flood situation and the challenges faced by Pakistan in relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction.

He thanked the leadership and people of the Kingdom for their generous support for Pakistan in the wake of the recent floods.

Both Foreign Ministers emphasized the vital importance of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia relations and agreed further to deepen mutual cooperation in all fields, including economy, trade, energy and investment.

The Saudi Foreign Minister offered condolences over the loss of precious lives. He also expressed concern over and the damage to infrastructure.

He assured the Foreign Minister of Pakistan of the Kingdom’s full support in regard to relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts.

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