— Which particular aspect of Saudi Arabia do you like the most?

Visiting the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.

— What is your favorite and oft-repeated Arabic word?

Marhaba.

— Which book is by your bedside these days?

Roads of Arabia.

—Your favorite holiday destination?

Puncak in West Java, Indonesia.

— What is the dream city/country that you would like to be posted after leaving Saudi Arabia?

New Zealand.

— Which country’s people have you found to be most friendly?

Saudi Arabia and Japan.

— How do you react to or deal with anger?

By performing wudhu (ablution).

— What is your source of strength during tough times?

Prayers and my wife’s support.

— Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Madinah.

— Your favorite Saudi dish?

Kabsa.

— The one thing about the Kingdom that you will always remember?

The Holy Kaaba.

— If you were given only one option between Facebook and Twitter, what would that be?

None.

— If you were not a diplomat, what would you be?

Entrepreneur.

— How do you keep yourself fit?

Thinking positive and playing golf.

— Your favorite restaurant?

Romansia in Riyadh.

— Your favorite football club?

Al-Hilal.

— Your favorite actor/actress?

Kevin Costner.

— Your favorite weekend activity?

Playing golf and watching TV.