Deputy PM Ishaq Dar Confers With Saudi FM

During the sidelines of the 15th OIC Islamic Summit Conference in Banjul, The Gambia, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held bilateral discussions with H.R.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

Acknowledging the deep-rooted strategic and economic bonds between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, both officials reiterated their commitment to enhancing economic cooperation and boosting Saudi investments in Pakistan.

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Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar praised Saudi Arabia’s ambitious “Vision 2030,” aimed at driving socio-economic progress within the Kingdom in the 21st century. He highlighted the recent visit of the Saudi Foreign Minister to Pakistan, leading a prominent delegation, as a significant step forward in strengthening economic ties between the two countries.

Sharing concerns regarding recent developments in the Middle East, Deputy Prime Minister Dar and the Saudi Foreign Minister advocated for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Furthermore, they emphasized the crucial role of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in addressing issues impacting the Muslim Ummah, including the situations in Palestine and Kashmir.