ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, has met with Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, in Islamabad and discussed regional developments.
The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Quadrilateral Ministerial Meeting, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Sunday.
The two ministers discussed recent regional developments and explored ways to strengthen joint efforts aimed at addressing ongoing challenges, promoting regional stability, and mitigating the consequences of escalating tensions.
Earlier, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia agreed to closely coordinate efforts to promote peace and stability in the region, as Saudi Foreign Minister called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Sunday amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the Middle East conflict.
During the warm and cordial meeting, Prime Minister Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and appreciated the Kingdom’s restraint in the ongoing crisis, according to a press release issued by the PM’s Office.
Islamabad: 29 March 2026.
Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia calls on the Prime Minister.
His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif this evening.
The Prime Minister was assisted by…
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) March 29, 2026
While reaffirming Pakistan’s full and unwavering solidarity and support with Saudi Arabia, the Prime Minister appreciated the remarkable restraint exercised by Saudi Arabia amid the current crisis and assured the Saudi Foreign Minister that Pakistan would always stand shoulder to shoulder with Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi Foreign Minister also met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and held detailed discussions on evolving regional and international developments, stressing the importance of collective efforts to promote peace, security, and stability in the region, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud @FaisalbinFarhan , Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today. The two sides will engage in comprehensive… pic.twitter.com/W4weMUmkT9
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 29, 2026
The Saudi Foreign Minister is in Islamabad for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral engagement and discussing evolving regional dynamics.
Upon arrival, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud was received by Additional Secretary for the Middle East, Syed Ahmad Maroof, reflecting the importance Islamabad attaches to its longstanding partnership with Riyadh.
Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan al Saud @FaisalbinFarhan arrived in Islamabad on an official visit at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister/Minister for Foreign Affairs Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50. He was recieved by Additional Secretary Middle East Syed… pic.twitter.com/sT8e30av8w
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) March 29, 2026
During his stay, the Saudi foreign minister will hold comprehensive consultations with Pakistani leadership, focusing on key regional developments and issues of mutual concern.
