• Which particular aspect of Saudi Arabia you like the most?

Its tranquility and the Two Holy Mosques.

• Can you tell us your favorite and oft-repeated Arabic word?

Shukran.

• Which book is now on your bedside?

Some books on media and film studies.

• What are your favorite holiday destinations?

Isle of Skye, Scotland and Lombok, Indonesia.

• What is your dream country where you would like to be posted after KSA?

Anywhere in Latin America, Italy or Los Angeles.

• Which country’s people have you found most friendly?

Visited numerous countries, befriended people of many nationalities and I found out that we, as humans, are basically friendly creature, regardless our nationality.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

I take a deep breath and recite Istighfar.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

My faith in Allah, my family and close friends.

• What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

Its fondness for lights.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Madinah and Taif.

• Your favorite Saudi dish?

Mandi lahm, Kunafah and Masub.

• The thing about Kingdom that you will always remember?

Cheap gasoline and delicious dishes.

• If you were given a choice between Facebook and Twitter, what would you prefer?

Facebook.

• If you had not become a diplomat, what would have been your profession?

Journalism, or any other profession related to word crafting.

• Is hiding the truth acceptable in diplomacy?

Diplomacy is the art of presenting the truth intelligently.

• How do you keep yourself fit?

I play table tennis every day after work and I control what I eat.

• Your favorite restaurant?

The Globe and Al-Sudah, both in Riyadh.

• You are a fan of which football club?

Juventus.

• Who is your favorite actor/actress?

Charlie Chaplin, Denzel Washington and Adrien Brody.

• What is your favorite weekend activity?

Read books, watch films or play video games, go out for lunch or dinner with family.