RIYADH: The speaker of the Saudi Shoura Council, Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during an official visit to Islamabad on Wednesday.

Sharif praised the significant transformation witnessed by Saudi Arabia in various fields under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the qualitative shift it has brought about in the development and economic process, Saudi Press Agency reported.

He highlighted the distinguished relations that embody the depth of the historic ties between the two countries.

Meanwhile, the speaker of the Shoura Council praised the strength of the historic relations between the Kingdom and Pakistan.

He noted the rapid development witnessed by the Kingdom under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, which has consolidated its regional and international standing.

During their meeting, the two officials discussed ways to enhance the strong relations between their countries and opportunities to develop them in various fields. A number of topics of common interest were also discussed.