Qasmi Calls for Strengthening Pak-Saudi Bonds
Qasmi For Further Strengthening Pak-Saudi Bonds
Published September 22, 2026 | 08:30 PM
FAISALABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Sep, 2026) Ulema Council Pakistan (UCP) Chairman Sahibzada Zahid Mahmood Qasmi has called for further strengthening Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations through expanded cooperation in defense, trade, investment, skilled manpower and diplomacy. He stressed that Muslim countries should address differences through dialogue, moderation and mutual respect while working collectively for peace and stability.
In a message issued ahead of Saudi National Day, to be observed on September 23, he said the occasion marked the unity, national identity and development journey of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and also provided an opportunity to reaffirm the commitment to the longstanding brotherly ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
He stated that relations between the two countries were not confined to diplomatic interests but were rooted in religious affinity, mutual respect, public contacts, historical bonds and shared interests. The tradition of standing by each other during difficult circumstances had further strengthened these relations, he added.
Sahibzada Zahid Mahmood Qasmi suggested that Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey could further organize and strengthen their existing historical, religious, political, and defense ties through enhanced cooperation. He emphasized that defense cooperation should focus on mutual security, strengthening defense capabilities, countering terrorism, and promoting regional peace.
He also highlighted the efforts by Saudi Arabia and the Muslim World League to address sectarian differences in the Muslim world through scholarly dialogue, moderation, and mutual respect instead of confrontation. He noted the importance of combating extremism and terrorism, as well as initiatives promoting moderation and tolerance for peace and stability across the Muslim world.
He stated, "Pakistani people’s attachment to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah is rooted in faith and religious devotion. The safety, sanctity, and security of the two holy cities are of fundamental importance to Muslims worldwide."
Strongly condemning attacks against Saudi Arabia, he expressed solidarity with the Saudi government and people. He urged religious scholars to promote respect for the sanctity of holy sites, Saudi Arabia’s security, Muslim unity, moderation, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence through their pulpits.
Zahid Qasmi noted that Pakistan-Saudi economic cooperation held considerable potential in trade, investment, energy, minerals, agriculture, construction, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and technology. He stressed the need to translate these opportunities into practical cooperation through joint ventures, technology transfer, and knowledge sharing.