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

I like to visit the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah & Madinah.

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

Masha Allah.

• Which book is now on your bedside?

Muhammad (peace be upon him), his life based on the earliest sources by Martin Lings

• What is your favorite holiday destination?

Taif.

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

Palestine.

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

Arabs are very friendly with their great hospitality.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

Take wudu and do dhikr.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

Recite the Qur’an.

• What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

A country with Islamic values.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you most?

Madinah.

• Your favorite Saudi dish.

Broast from Al-Baik.

• The thing about Kingdom that you will always remember.

Its great hospitality and its rich culture & tradition.

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

Facebook.

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

A labor commissioner or a lawyer.

• Is hiding the truth acceptable in diplomacy?

It’s acceptable in certain circumstances.

• How do you keep yourself fit?

Walking & positive thinking.

• Your favorite restaurant?

Sapphire Indian restaurant.

• You are a fan of which football club?

I am a great fan of Barcelona.

• Who is your favorite actor/actress?

My favorite actor is Kamal Hassan/South Indian cinema.

• What is your favorite weekend activity?

Visiting friends & family members.