‎ISLAMABAD, NOV 19 /DNA/ – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki. Upon arrival at the Diplomatic Enclave, the Saudi Ambassador was welcomed by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
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‎During the meeting, Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations, enhancement of bilateral cooperation, and security matters were discussed. The Saudi Ambassador condemned the suicide bombing near the Islamabad Courthouse and expressed sorrow over the loss of lives caused by the attack.
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‎During the meeting they also expressed satisfaction that the longstanding issue regarding the legal status of Rohingya Muslims between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia has been resolved. The Saudi Ambassador thanked the Government of Pakistan for its positive role in resolving the matter.
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‎A formal agreement on this issue will be signed next week in Saudi Arabia. The discussion also included ways to further strengthen cooperation between the interior ministries of both countries. The Saudi Ambassador said that he is proud of the deep ties with the people of Pakistan.
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‎Federal Secretary Interior Muhammad Khurram Agha was also present on the occasion.