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Pakistani prime minister’s Riyadh visit highlights depth of Saudi ties

Analyst says visit by Pakistan’s prime minister and army chief to Riyadh signals strong political, military, and economic relations between the two countries.

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Pakistani prime minister and army chief arrive in Riyadh

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Journalist Abdulrahman Hayat said the presence of Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, alongside Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during the official visit to Riyadh carries significant implications, highlighting the unity of both countries’ security. He noted that any threat to one nation is seen as a threat to the other, reflecting ongoing military coordination and continuous consultation.

Speaking to Al Arabiya FM, Hayat added that the visit underscores the depth of political, strategic, military, and economic relations between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, as well as the high-level consultations between their leaderships.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Jeddah on Thursday for an official visit to Saudi Arabia.

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