ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, defence and territorial integrity during a meeting with Lieutenant General (retired) Nauman Mahmood, the first secretary-general of the Makkah Defence Alliance.
According to an official statement, Sharif met Mahmood at the Prime Minister’s Office and congratulated him on assuming the new position, extending his best wishes for his tenure.
During the meeting, the prime minister described the Makkah Peace Agreement as a historic milestone towards promoting regional peace, unity and stability.
He stressed that Pakistan would stand shoulder to shoulder with its brotherly country, Saudi Arabia, in safeguarding its sovereignty, defence and regional security under the defence agreement.
Sharif also reiterated Pakistan’s full support for Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to self-defence and reaffirmed Islamabad’s firm commitment to protecting the kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Meanwhile, Mahmood briefed the prime minister on a comprehensive strategy to strengthen defence and strategic cooperation under the agreement’s framework.
Both sides expressed their resolve to deepen mutual cooperation and further strengthen regional security.
