- COAS says Saudi Arabia, Iran conflict weakens Ummah
RIYADH, January 18: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Monday held a meeting with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in Riyadh to discuss important regional issues with a focus on the tension between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
The members of the Saudi cabinet were also present at the meeting. Army Chief General Raheel Sharif, National Security Advisor Nasir Khan Janjua and Prime Minister’s Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi accompanied the Prime Minister.
Pakistan has always advocated the policy of promoting brotherhood among member states of OIC and it is concerned over the ongoing tension between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Earlier, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif have arrived in Riyadh to play their role in bridging the gap between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Nawaz Sharif and General Raheel Sharif were given a warm welcome by Governor Riyadh.
Both the leaders discussed the regional situation with Riyadh Governor.
On the other hand, General Raheel Sharif met Saudi Defence Minister in which he discussed the situation in the Middle East. The meeting also discussed the tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Presenting Pakistan’s opinion over Middle East situation, the army chief said that the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iran has weakened the Ummah.
Sources said that General Raheel Sharif stressed upon increasing contacts between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Nawaz Sharif will also visit Iran Tuesday where he is scheduled to meet President of Iran Hassan Rouhani and other important personalities. PM will stress before Saudi and Iranian leaders that they should resolve their issues peacefully in the greater interest of the Muslim community.
Army chief General Raheel Sharif, Advisor on National Security Lt. Gen. (r) Nasir Khan Janjua and Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi also accompany the Prime Minister during the visit.-NNI
