Jeddah: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Jeddah on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia. The visit marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister, along with the Pakistani delegation, has now departed for Makkah to perform Umrah. This religious pilgrimage is a key component of his visit, underscoring the shared cultural and religious ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Earlier, upon his arrival in Jeddah, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was warmly received by the Governor of Jeddah, Saud bin Abdullah Jalawi. The welcoming party also included the Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Maliki, Pakistani Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Farooq, and other senior diplomatic officials. This reception highlights the cordial relations and mutual respect between the two countries.

The Prime Minister’s visit to Saudi Arabia comes at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, indicating the importance of this diplomatic engagement. The visit is expected to further strengthen the bilateral ties and cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.