Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have expressed the desire to foster economic partnerships that can benefit both nations and contribute to regional stability and prosperity.

This understanding came during a meeting between caretaker Finance Minister Dr Shamshad Akhtar and Saudi Ambassador Nawaf Bin Said Al-Malki in Islamabad on Thursday.

Both the sides agreed to continue working closely to explore concrete steps for economic collaboration and to promote mutual cooperation.

The Minister apprised the Ambassador of continuation of policies and programmes of the government to bring economic prosperity in the country.

On the occasion, Nawaf Bin Said Al-Malki said his country is keen in seeking investment opportunities and deepening bilateral economic and trade ties with Pakistan.