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

Generosity.

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

Alhamdulillah.

*Which book is by your bedside these days?

None. I read everything online.

*Your favorite holiday destination?

An uninhabited island in Maldives.

*The dream city/country that you would like to be posted after Saudi Arabia?

Japan, but an extension in Saudi Arabia is preferable.

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

Germans.

*How do you react to or deal with anger?

I take a deep breath.

*What is your source of strength during tough times?

Faith in Allah.

*What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

Traffic violations are quite common here.

*Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Makkah.

*Your favorite Saudi dish?

Umm Ali.

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

The time spent in Masjid Al-Haram (Makkah) and Masjid Al-Nabawi (Madinah).

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

Twitter.

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

A businessman.

*How do you keep yourself fit?

By watching my diet.

*Your favorite restaurant?

Resto Bello in Riyadh and Maharaja in Jeddah.

*Your favorite football club?

Manchester United. In Maldives, New Radiant Sports Club.

*Your favorite actor and actress?

Will Smith and Julia Roberts.

*Your favorite weekend activity?

Sightseeing.