FM Qureshi congratulates Saudi, Qatari counterparts on successful GCC summit

ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi yesterday held telephonic conversations with his Saudi and Qatari counterparts and congratulated them for a successful summit of the Gulf Cooperation Council.

According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, Foreign Minister Qureshi phoned Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and congratulated his Saudi counterpart on holding a successful Summit of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Al-Ula on 5 January 2021.

The FM appreciated the positive role played by Saudi Arabia in the resolution of outstanding issues among the members of the GCC.

The FM hoped that the spirit of cooperation exhibited at the GCC-Summit in Al-Ula will promote confidence and cooperation among the GCC countries and will also contribute towards enhanced regional peace, security and development.

He also thanked Saudi Arabia for its support during the 47th Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Niamey, in November 2020, in particular for the adoption of OIC resolutions on Jammu & Kashmir dispute and combating Islamophobia.

The two Foreign Ministers discussed ways to further deepen and expand bilateral relations and collaborate closely in multilateral organizations.

They also agreed to continue mutual consultations on regional and global issues of common interest.

Foreign Minister Qureshi said he looked forward to receiving the Saudi Foreign Minister in Islamabad, at an early date.

Later, he held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.

Foreign Minister Qureshi appreciated the positive developments that led to a successful GCC Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia.

He hoped that the spirit of cooperation in the GCC Summit will augur well for enhanced confidence and cooperation among the countries of the organization.

Foreign Minister Qureshi also acknowledged the constructive and supportive role played by Qatar towards Afghan peace process.

The two Foreign Ministers discussed ways to further strengthen and diversify bilateral relations and enhance collaboration in multilateral organizations. The two Foreign Ministers agreed to continue engaging on regional and global issues and working to further strengthen bilateral ties.