Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Holds High-Level Meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Makkah

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Holds High-Level Meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Makkah

Aug 7, 2026|Webdesk

Makkah — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a high-level bilateral meeting with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, at the historic Al-Safa Palace in Makkah. During the meeting, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the longstanding brotherly ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Upon his arrival at Al-Safa Palace, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a warm and cordial welcome from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Key Members of the Pakistani Delegation

The Prime Minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including:

  • Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister: Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar
  • Chief of Army Staff: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir
  • Minister for Defence: Khawaja Muhammad Asif

Pakistan–Saudi Bilateral Relations

During the meeting, the two leaders held detailed discussions on matters of mutual interest, the regional situation, and ways to enhance cooperation in the economic and defence sectors.

Key Highlights

  • Warm Reception & Historic Ties: A cordial welcome at Al-Safa Palace, reaffirming the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
  • High-Level Civil and Military Representation: Participation of Pakistan's top civilian and military leadership reflected close coordination on strategic and security matters.
  • Future Cooperation: Both sides expressed their resolve to elevate trade, economic, and defence cooperation to new heights.