Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will embark on a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The visit, coinciding with the Hajj pilgrimage and Eid ul Adha celebrations, aims to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

During his stay, PM Sharif will meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also the Saudi Prime Minister, to discuss enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, the welfare of the Muslim Ummah, and regional peace and security.

The Prime Minister will also express gratitude to the Saudi leadership for its role in de-escalating the recent Pakistan-India conflict.

The visit underscores the strong relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, built on shared faith and strategic partnership.

It is expected to open new avenues for multifaceted collaboration, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s development priorities. The visit is anticipated to further solidify the already strong bonds between the two countries.