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

That it is the land of the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah.

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

Insha’Allah.

— Which book is by your bedside these days?

An Appeal to Reason: A Cool Look at Global Warming. By Nigel Lawson.

— What is your favorite holiday destination?

Jeddah.

— Your dream country where you would like to be posted after Saudi Arabia?

As a diplomat, I am ready to serve anywhere in the world.

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

Saudi Arabia.

— How do you react to or deal with anger?

Through patience.

j What is your source of strength during tough times?

Honesty, sincerity and belief in Almighty Allah.

— What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

Saudis are very generous and welcoming.

— Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Madinah.

— Your favorite Saudi dish?

Kabsa.

— The thing about Kingdom that you will always remember?

Performing Ha— with my wife and son.

— 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?

An engineer.

— How do you keep yourself fit?

Healthy food, sufficient sleep and positive thinking.

— Your favorite restaurant?

Al-Bustan Restaurant.

— Your favorite football club?

FC Barcelona, Spain.

— Your favorite actor/actress?

Shahrukh Khan and Julia Roberts.

— What is your favorite weekend activity?

Watching movies and listening to music.