ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia in protecting its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
He made the remarks during a meeting with the newly arrived Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, who called on him in Islamabad on Friday, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO),
“Welcoming the Ambassador to Pakistan, the Prime Minister congratulated him on assuming his new responsibilities and wished him success in his diplomatic assignment,” the statement said.
The newly arrived Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, H.E. Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, today. https://t.co/Vmy1JUfShD
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) October 16, 2026
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During the meeting, PM Shehbaz said the relations between the two countries had made significant progress in recent years and reaffirmed Islamabad’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors.
He strongly condemned the recent Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, which had resulted in deaths and injuries, including among Pakistani nationals, the statement said.
PM reaffirms commitment to Saudi security and defence
He underlined that the two countries had always stood by each other and that the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance marked historic milestones in their longstanding fraternal relations and reflected their shared commitment to regional peace and security.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed that Pakistan stood shoulder to shoulder with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in safeguarding its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
The Prime Minister thanked the Saudi leadership for its longstanding economic and financial support to the country.
He wished the Ambassador every success in his assignment and assured him of Pakistan’s full support and cooperation in further strengthening the longstanding fraternal ties between the two countries.
Ishaq Dar vows to strengthen strategic partnership
Ambassador Albugamy also held a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, where the latter underscored longstanding fraternal and strategic partnership between Islamabad and Riyadh, according to the Foreign Office (FO).
He also reaffirmed Pakistan and Saudi Arabia’s shared commitment to further strengthen bilateral cooperation for mutual progress and prosperity”
The Ambassador conveyed the greetings of the Saudi leadership to Pakistan’s leadership and people.
The newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, H.E. Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 in Islamabad today.
The DPM/FM underscored the longstanding fraternal bonds and strategic partnership between Pakistan and KSA, reaffirming the shared commitment to further strengthen bilateral cooperation for mutual progress and prosperity.
The Ambassador conveyed the greetings of the Saudi leadership to Pakistan’s leadership and people. The DPM/FM reciprocated with warm greetings and best wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Minister of Defence Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud; and the brotherly people of Saudi Arabia.
The DPM/FM wished the Ambassador a successful tenure in Pakistan.
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) October 16, 2026
Ishaq Dar reciprocated with warm greetings and best wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Minister of Defence Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud; and the brotherly people of Saudi Arabia.
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Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy on Wednesday presented his credentials to President Asif Ali Zardari at the President House.
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The President felicitated the ambassador on his appointment and wished him success in his diplomatic assignments. He expressed confidence that they would help strengthen the country’s relations with their respective countries and expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
He underscored the close strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the Kingdom’s security and defence.
