President Asif Ali Zardari has underlined the need for greater unity and cooperation among Muslim countries to overcome challenges being faced by the Muslim Ummah.

Talking to Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi, Dr Salah bin Mohammad M Albdeer in Islamabad today, he expressed Pakistan's commitment to further boosting bilateral ties with Saudi Arabia.

The President urged the need for promoting cultural and people-to-people relations to bring the two brotherly countries further closer.

In his remarks, the Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi lauded the contributions of the Pakistani community towards the development of Saudi Arabia.

He said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoy strong partnership and both countries should work together to address the challenges faced by the Islamic World.

The Imam of Masjid Al-Nabvi also prayed for the peace and prosperity of Pakistan.