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

Very cordial and friendly people.

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

Alhamdulillah.

• Which book is by your bedside these days?

The Black Swan, by Nassim Nicholas Taleb.

• Your favorite holiday destination?

Madinah in Saudi Arabia and Cox’s Bazaar in Bangladesh.

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

Muscat, Oman.

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

Saudi Arabia.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

I always try to remain patient. Almighty Allah helps us if we remain calm.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

Almighty Allah. Only He can help us during bad times.

• What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

I found that people here are very pious and helpful.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Riyadh.

• Your favorite Saudi dish?

Rooz Bokhari and samboosa.

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

Performing Haj and Umrah.

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

Facebook.

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

University teacher.

• Is hiding truth acceptable in diplomacy?

Not always, but sometimes ... for the sake of negotiations.

• How do you keep yourself fit?

Healthy food, light exercise and positive outlook.