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Mohammed bin Salman, Shehbaz Sharif Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments

The Saudi Crown Prince met on Wednesday with the Pakistani Prime Minister at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. SPA
The Saudi Crown Prince met on Wednesday with the Pakistani Prime Minister at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. SPA
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Mohammed bin Salman, Shehbaz Sharif Discuss Regional, Int’l Developments

The Saudi Crown Prince met on Wednesday with the Pakistani Prime Minister at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. SPA
The Saudi Crown Prince met on Wednesday with the Pakistani Prime Minister at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met on Wednesday with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah. 

They discussed regional and international developments, as well as the historic relationship between their countries and means to develop cooperation in various fields. 

The meeting was attended by Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, National Security Adviser Musaed Al-Aiban and the Kingdom’s Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf al-Malki. Pakistan’s Army Chief of Staff Syed Asim Munir also attended the meeting. 

Shebaz Sharif had arrived in Jeddah on Wednesday on an official visit. He will discuss with Saudi officials issues of joint interest as they underscore their cooperation on all political and economic levels. 

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan enjoy close relations that go back more than 70 years and that have become elevated to the level of “strategic partnership” due to their respective leaderships’ keenness on developing cooperation in all fields to serve common interests. 

Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmad Farooq had previously told Asharq Al-Awsat that the two countries enjoy strong historic relations and they are bound by their strategic partnership. 

Crown Prince Mohammed had visited Pakistan in February 2019 where he announced the establishment of the Saudi-Pakistani Supreme Coordination Council and the signing of investment agreements worth over 20 billion dollars. 

The council has helped develop relations and deepen political, economic, investment, security and military relations between the two sides. 

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Kuwaiti Emir Calls on Citizens to Adhere to Democratic Approach, Constitutional References

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
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Kuwaiti Emir Calls on Citizens to Adhere to Democratic Approach, Constitutional References

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah called on Kuwaiti citizens to adhere to the democratic approach and the constitutional references.

"National identity is at the top of our priorities. It belongs to every genuine Kuwaiti keen on his country's progress and the elevation of its status," KUNA quoted the Emir in an address to the nation on the occasion of the last 10 days of Ramadan.

During the speech, the Emir lauded the reactions of the “loyal and faithful” people of Kuwait towards the reform decisions that the government took lately.

"I would like to say that the advocates of division and the instigators of sedition are trying to confuse matters, spread rumors, and distort statements, to divide the ranks and cause discontent," he said.

The Emir emphasized the keenness to balance between firmness in everything that affects national unity and achieving justice in citizenship issues, and that dealing with them is by the law, far from political outbidding and pressures.

"I affirm commitment to reforming, strengthening stability, and upholding the country's supreme interests, continuing to combat corruption and confronting anyone who attempts to tamper with the nation's security and stability," the Emir added.

He also stressed that he follows with great interest the work of the state's agencies, as he directs, monitors, and directs the government to expedite the implementation of all state development projects, especially health, education and housing.

"I am certain, with a reassured soul, an optimistic spirit and great confidence in the authentic Kuwaiti people's ability to overcome challenges," said the Emir.

On the other hand, he affirmed that Kuwait will maintain its diplomatic approach with friendly countries and their common causes, with its firm stances that uphold justice and stand against injustice. The Palestinian cause will remain at the top of its foreign policy priorities, and Kuwait will maintain its principled position in support of the brotherly Palestinian people's right to achieve all their legitimate rights, the Emir added.

He also went on warning of the upcoming challenges, stressing the importance of realizing the magnitude of the responsibility, which requires everyone to adhere to national unity to preserve the security and stability of the homeland.