PM attends special dialogue, gala dinner hosted by Saudi Crown Prince

RIYADH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended the special dialogue and gala dinner on Sunday evening hosted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during the ongoing Special Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Riyadh.

During the event, the prime minister exchanged views with the Crown Prince. He congratulated the Saudi leadership on the successful organisation of the WEF Special Meeting and the excellent arrangements made by the hosts.

While recalling their recent meeting in Makkah during his visit to Saudi Arabia during Ramazan, Prime Minister Shehbaz thanked Mohammad bin Salman for sending a high-powered delegation to Pakistan led by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, the official news agency reported.

The delegation held extensive discussions with their Pakistani counterparts on ways to enhance the portfolio of Saudi investments in Pakistan.

To continue the discussion, PM Shehbaz said that he has brought with him a high-powered delegation to Riyadh, including key ministers responsible for investment, so that follow up meetings could take place between relevant officials.

The prime minister conveyed his prayers and good wishes for the health, happiness and long life of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

In addition to bilateral ties, the regional situation, particularly with regards to the crisis in Gaza, was also discussed.

Prime Minister Shehbaz reiterated his invitation to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to undertake an official visit to Pakistan at his earliest convenience.