ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia has gifted 100 tons of dates to Pakistan, according to state media reports on Thursday, highlighting the enduring ties between the two nations.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia share robust trade, defense, and fraternal relations. The Kingdom hosts over 2.7 million Pakistani expatriates and remains the leading source of remittances for the economically strained South Asian nation.
The annual donation of dates forms part of Saudi Arabia’s broader initiative to expand its humanitarian efforts and further strengthen its bilateral relationship with Pakistan.
The consignment of dates was officially handed over to Brigadier Alamgeer Ayub, Director-General of the Military Wing of Pakistan’s Cabinet Division, by Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki and King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) Director Abdullah Al-Baqami during a ceremony in Islamabad.
“The gift symbolizes the enduring bonds of friendship and brotherhood between the two nations, founded on shared values of generosity and mutual support,” the report stated. It highlighted the Saudi government’s reaffirmed commitment to aiding the Pakistani people through this meaningful gesture.
Brigadier Ayub expressed heartfelt gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its “unwavering generosity and consistent support” for Pakistan. “This noble act of solidarity not only deepens our ties but also reflects the profound relationship our nations hold dear,” he remarked.
Saudi Arabia’s KSrelief has undertaken over 200 projects in Pakistan, valued at millions of dollars, focusing on emergency disaster relief, food security, healthcare, and education. These initiatives aim to uplift vulnerable communities and improve their quality of life.
