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

Hospitality of the Saudi people.

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

Salaam.

• Which book is by your bedside these days?

The History of Saudi Arabia. By Alexei Vassiliev.

• Your favorite holiday destination?

Sochi, Russia.

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

France.

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

Saudi Arabia.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

I keep my anger under control.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

My family.

• What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

That I have arrived in the center of the Islamic world.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you most?

Jeddah.

• Your favorite Saudi dish?

Kabsa.

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

The beauty of desert landscapes and sunset over the Red Sea.

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

Facebook.

• If you had not become a diplomat, what would you be?

Pilot.

• Is hiding truth acceptable in diplomacy?

Truth is the most vital instrument of diplomacy, but should be used carefully.

• How do keep yourself fit?

Through sports.

• Your favorite restaurant?

Najd Village.

• Your favorite football club?

Dynamo Moscow.

• Who is your favorite actor/actress?

Omar Sharif.

• What is your favorite weekend activity?

Spending time with my family, writing poetry and taking photos.