ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia said it will provide more assistance to Pakistan to help the flood-hit people.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud gave this assurance to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in a telephonic conversation on Sept 22. Shehbaz Sharif had called Prince Salman to felicitate him on the 92nd National Day of Saudi Arabia. He also conveyed greetings to Saudi King King Salman bin Abdulaziz.
Premier also conveyed his best wishes for the prosperity of the brotherly people of Saudi Arabia.
PM Shehbaz Sharif also informed the Crown Prince of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia about the latest flood situation and the ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.
The Premier appreciated Saudi efforts to provide relief on the ground, including assistance provided by King Salman Humanitarian Aid & Relief Centre; setting up an air-bridge for delivering relief goods, and launching “Sahem” portal in the kingdom for receiving donations from the general public for Pakistani flood victims.
Shehbaz also highlighted the robust economic partnership between the two countries marked by enhanced investments and collaboration in the energy sector.
The crown prince conveyed his condolences on the loss of precious lives and livelihoods of the people caused by torrential monsoon rains and unprecedented floods in Pakistan.
