Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached Jeddah on a four-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and investment ties between the two countries.
Upon arrival, he was received by Deputy Governor of Makkah, Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Jeddah Governor Prince Saud bin Abdullah; and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmed Farooq.
The PM is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and key federal ministers.
During his stay from March 19 to 22, the PM will meet with the top leadership of Saudi Arabia on cooperation between the two countries in various fields.
Prime Minister Sharif is also scheduled to meet Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud. During the meeting, the two leaders will discuss ways to promote trade, enhance partnership in key sectors, and facilitate broader economic cooperation.
Their discussions will focus on:
- Expanding trade and economic cooperation
- Boosting investment in key sectors
- Enhancing strategic partnerships
In addition to economic matters, both leaders will deliberate on global and regional issues, including:
- The situation in Gaza
- Developments in the Middle East
- Issues concerning the Muslim world
The PM's visit underscores the deep historical and strategic relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. It is expected to open new avenues for economic collaboration, trade expansion, and investment opportunities between the two brotherly nations.
This high-level engagement is seen as a step toward fostering stronger diplomatic ties and addressing mutual challenges on the regional and global stage.
