ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday appreciated the contribution of Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki towards strengthening the longstanding fraternal and strategic bilateral ties.

Ambassador Malki, who has served in Pakistan since 2017, called on the president for a farewell call at Aiwan-i-Sadr.

President Zardari expressed appreciation for his dedicated service and the friendship, warmth and cooperation he extended to Pakistan during his tenure. He said the ambassador had played an important role in advancing bilateral relations, particularly in the political, economic and trade spheres.

Pakistan deeply values its time-tested friendship and strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia and appreciated the Kingdom’s steadfast support for Pakistan, he said. He also expressed confidence that the strong foundation laid during Ambassador Malki’s tenure would continue to guide bilateral cooperation in the years ahead.

Published in Dawn, August 24th, 2026