Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s continued support to all efforts against the sufferings and human rights violations of the people of Gaza and Lebanon.

He was talking to Saudi delegation of the Shura Council led by Chairman of the Council Dr. Abdullah bin Muhammad bin Ibrahim Al Sheikh, which called on him in Islamabad today.

On this occasion, the Prime Minister commended Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for hosting the Arab-Islamic Summit, which reinforced the Muslim Ummah's call for peace in Gaza, Lebanon and in the region.

Shehbaz Sharif said that we are active in expanding economic and financial ties with Saudi Arabia as agreements worth two point eight million dollars have been signed between the two countries, in which work has been started on many aspects.

He expressed hope that both the countries will start getting the fruits of these agreements soon.

He highlighted the role of two point five million Pakistani's community in Saudi Arabia and said that they act as a profound bridge between the two countries.

Commenting on the Pak-Saudi relationship, the Prime Minister said that Pakistan's longstanding relationship with Saudi Arabia is a very important pillar of its foreign policy.

Shehbaz Sharif said that the Government and people of Pakistan deeply appreciate the assistance provided by Saudi Arabia in difficult times. He added that parliamentary exchanges are very important to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries.

He extended felicitations to Saudi Arabia for winning the right to host the "FIFA World Cup 2034" and said that I am sure that Saudi Arabia will organize the event in best manner.

The Prime Minister also expressed good wishes to the custodians of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz and the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammad bin Salman.