PM Shehbaz, Saudi crown prince discuss regional peace in telephone call

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, particularly those targeting civilian and economic infrastructure. He expressed complete solidarity with the Saudi leadership and the people of Saudi Arabia.

He said the Houthis’ recent actions threatened regional peace and security. He said they could further disrupt energy supplies and harm the global economy.

The prime minister said he would continue efforts, together with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, to reduce tensions and establish peace in the region.

Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the Saudi crown prince for his wise and farsighted leadership during the current crisis. He also conveyed good wishes and heartfelt respect for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for his part, appreciated Pakistan’s steadfast and continued support for Saudi Arabia. He also praised Pakistan’s efforts for peace and stability in the region.

The two leaders agreed to stay in close contact and expressed the wish to meet soon.