OIC session 'historic development' for bringing int'l community to shared vision: COAS

Foreign Minister of KSA appreciates Pakistan’s efforts in hosting the OIC’s 48th session

Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Tuesday termed the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) 48th Council of Foreign Ministers session a historic development for bringing the international community to a shared vision and joint strategy to find solutions to emerging challenges, vital for peace and stability.

According to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) His Highness Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al-Saud called on General Bajwa. During the meeting, the foreign dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in hosting the OIC moot.

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According to the military's media wing, matters of mutual interest, regional security, the current situation in Afghanistan and bilateral defence relations between the two countries were discussed. Prince Faisal also lauded Pakistan’s role in the Afghan situation, namely efforts for border management and the role in regional stability.

COAS said that Pakistan values its historical and brotherly relations with the kingdom and acknowledges its unique place in the Islamic world. The foreign dignitary also pledged to play his part for the further improvement in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels, according to the statement.