Prime Minister Imran Khan arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday on a three-day visit to attend the launch ceremony of the ‘Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) Summit’ to be held in Riyadh, according to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
In a tweet, the PMO said that the Deputy Governor of Medina, Prince Saud bin Khalid Al Faisal, welcomed PM Imran on his arrival in the city and was accorded a warm welcome.
According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, the Prime Minister left for Saudi Arabia with Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Energy Minister Hammad Azhar and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Climate Change Malik Amin Aslam.
Earlier, the PMO had said that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had extended an invitation to PM Imran to attend the launch ceremony of the MGI summit.
At the MGI summit, the prime minister will share his perspective on the challenges faced by developing countries due to climate change, the PMO said, adding that he will also share Pakistan’s experience of offering “nature-based solutions to address environmental challenges”. will share. will reveal
An initiative of the Crown Prince, the MGI summit is “first of its kind” in the Middle East, the PMO statement said.
In March, Prime Minister Imran Khan 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” programs.
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, creating more opportunities for the Pakistani workforce; and the welfare of the Pakistani diaspora in the Kingdom. According to the PMO, the two sides will also exchange views on issues of regional and international interest.
The Prime Minister will also participate in an event to promote investment in Pakistan and interact with prominent investors and businessmen from Saudi Arabia and the Pakistani expatriate.
The PMO said, “Pakistan and Saudi Arabia share long standing and historical brotherly ties, which are deep in common trust, shared history and mutual support.” 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.