ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has underscored the need for greater unity and cooperation among Muslim countries to overcome the challenges being faced by the Muslim Ummah.
He expressed these remarks while talking to the Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi, Dr Salah bin Mohammad M Albdeer, who called on him, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, on Thursday, said a statement issued by the President Secretariat’s Press Wing.
The President welcoming Dr Salah bin Mohammad M Albdeer said that Pakistan and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia enjoyed excellent ties, based on common faith, history, and brotherhood. He expressed satisfaction that ties between two brotherly countries were growing stronger, and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations.
He stressed the need for promoting cultural and people-to-people relations to bring the two brotherly countries further closer. President said that Saudi Arabia is a close friend and Pakistan would always stand with Saudi Arabia.
The Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi in his views said that the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia highly valued their relations with Pakistan. He added that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoyed strong partnership and both countries should work together to address the challenges faced by the Islamic World.
He praised the contributions of the Pakistani community towards the development of Saudi Arabia. He also highlighted that the reforms initiated by the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Prince, Mohammed bin Salman Al-Saud would bring further development and prosperity to the country.
The President appreciated the courage and vision of the Saudi Crown Prince, who is spearheading the process of reforms for the betterment and welfare of the people of Saudi Arabia. He expressed the hope that the visit of the Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi would further enhance bilateral relations.
