Islamabad: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have agreed to enhance their bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including economic development, investment, education, technology, and human resource development. This agreement was reached during a meeting between Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugami, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, and Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives.

According to Press Information Department, both parties committed to deepening collaboration in development planning and exploring new cooperative avenues. Professor Iqbal emphasized the historic ties between the two nations, underscoring the importance of transforming their relationship into sustainable partnerships focused on trade, investment, and technology.

The discussions highlighted the potential for institutional cooperation between Pakistan’s Ministry of Planning and Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Economy and Planning. Professor Iqbal stressed the significance of aligning URAAN Pakistan with Saudi Vision 2030 to leverage economic opportunities and foster human resource development and private-sector engagement.

Ambassador Albugami reiterated the mutual trust and friendship between the two countries, noting the importance of strategic alignment and institutional engagement in strengthening bilateral relations. He also identified areas for cooperation in investment, economic affairs, and tourism, expressing optimism about the future partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.