ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi met his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud on the sidelines of the 47th session of OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Niamey, Niger.
Both countries have agreed to further promote bilateral cooperation in diverse fields of economy and trade, including energy. They decided that the two sides will soon have an exchange of delegations in this regard.
“During the meeting, views were exchanged on bilateral relations, regional issues, cooperation at multilateral fora, and the Covid-19 situation,” said a statement issued by the Foreign Office.
The Saudi Foreign Minister said his country is committed to promoting bilateral cooperation with Pakistan in various fields. He said his country gives high value to its historical, deep and long-lasting relations with Pakistan. He appreciated the efforts made by Pakistan for establishing peace in the region.
Qureshi extended his felicitations to the Saudi leadership on the successful convening of the G20 Summit. He also underscored that the relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is deep-rooted and long-standing,
The foreign minister apprised his Saudi counterpart on the latest grave situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. He also thanked his Saudi counterpart for principled support to the Kashmir issue. The two foreign ministers also exchanged views on the situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and the role of the OIC.
Shah Mahmood Qureshi also held a meeting with his Afghan counterpart Mohammed Haneef Atmar on the sidelines of the 47th session of OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Niamey.
Speaking on the occasion, the foreign minister said Pakistan desires peace in Afghanistan and dignified and honorable return of Afghan refugees to their homeland. He said Pakistan will continue to play its conciliatory role for peace in Afghanistan.
