‘Pakistan committed to further strengthening ties with KSA’

Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has emphasized to align Pak-Saudi relations with modern reality by enhancing trade. Talking to Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Bin Abdulaziz Al Falih in Islamabad on Friday, he said Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations are unique and have always withstood the test of time. The Minister stressed that Pak-Saudi political relationship will strengthen with strong economic cooperation. Citing the trade figure between both countries, which was 4.6 billion dollars in 2022, he said Pakistan is committed to increase it by collaborating with current Saudi leadership. The Minister said increasing agricultural productivity is a key focus area for the government. During the meeting, both sides also discussed areas in which bilateral trade can be increased. Source: Radio Pakistan