Prime Minister Imran Khan will visit Saudi Arabia from October 23-25 to attend the launch ceremony of the ‘Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) summit’ to be held in Riyadh, the Foreign Office said on Friday.
The Prime Minister, who will make a three-day visit at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, which will include Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and other cabinet members.
At the MGI summit, Prime Minister Imran will share his perspective on the challenges faced by developing countries due to climate change, the FO said, adding that he will share Pakistan’s experience of introducing “nature-based solutions to address environmental challenges”. Will also reveal
An initiative of Crown Prince Salman, the MGI summit is “the first of its kind” in the Middle East, the FO statement said.
In March, Prime Minister Imran is appreciated The two reforestation and environmental initiatives announced by MBS – “Green Saudi Arabia” and “Green Middle East”, said the Crown Prince’s vision is closely aligned with that of his own government. The premier also offered to share experiences of Pakistan’s “Clean and Green Pakistan” and “10 Billion Tree Tsunami” programmes.
During the visit, the Prime Minister will also hold bilateral talks with the Saudi leadership, with a special focus on advancing economic and trade ties, thereby creating more opportunities for the Pakistani workforce; and the welfare of the Pakistani diaspora in the Kingdom. According to the FO, the two sides will also exchange views on regional and international issues of interest.
The premier will also participate in an event to promote investment in Pakistan and interact with prominent investors and businessmen from Saudi Arabia and the Pakistani diaspora.
“Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have long-standing and historical fraternal ties, deep in common trust, shared history and mutual support,” the FO said. prosperity of both the countries.
“The Prime Minister’s visit will carry forward the positive momentum of cooperation between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia,” the statement said.
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