ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, Abdullah Marzouk Al-Zahrani called on Finance Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar here Thursday morning. The Ambassador exchanged greetings with the Finance Minister for the upcoming Eid ul Fitr and also discussed matters of mutual interest.

The Saudi Envoy on the occasion said that undoubtedly Pakistan had made significant economic headway under the present Government and that strong foundation has been laid for growth and development in future. He said economic stability in the country was a strong stimulus for foreign investment.

He wished the Minister and his team all success in their efforts for consolidating the economic achievements made thus far.

Minister Dar expressed his satisfaction at the continued bilateral cooperation between the two brotherly countries. He said Saudi Arabia has been a great partner of Pakistan in its quest for economic prosperity and peace and development in the region. People of Pakistan hold the brotherly country of Saudi Arabia in high esteem.

He also conveyed greetings for the Saudi Government and people from the Government and People of Pakistan on Eid ul Fitr.