Speaking at a reception he hosted at his residence in Jeddah on Wednesday night to mark the National Day of Pakistan, Khan said Pakistan has always been the proponent of global peace and unity among Islamic states and advocated interfaith cooperation and reconciliation.

He thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah for always supporting Pakistan in its hour of need.

“March 23 reminds us of the tremendous efforts made by the Muslims of the subcontinent to create their own homeland. It inspires us to dedicate ourselves for the realization of the goals for which Pakistan was established,” the consul general said, addressing the guests.

Head of the Consular Department at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs Muhammad Nabeel Bukhari was the chief guest at the reception.

Earlier national anthems of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan were played. Images depicting Pakistani arts and culture and a documentary, “Vibrant Pakistan,” were also shown on the occasion.