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

Shariah law and the closure of shops at prayer times.

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

Alhamdulillah.

— Your favorite holiday destination/s?

Sri Lankan cities of Kandy and Nuwara Eliya.

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

Malaysia.

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

Sri Lanka.

— What is your source of strength during tough times?

Saying Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajioon (To Him we belong and to Him shall we return).

— What was your first impression of the Kingdom?

The sight of the holy city of Makkah.

— Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Taif, where they have preserved some of the historic sites of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

— Your favorite Saudi dish?

Mandi.

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

Islam.

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

Facebook.

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

Politician.

— How do you keep yourself fit?

By walking.

— Your favorite actor/actress?

Kamal Haasan, Simran and Khushboo.

— Your favorite weekend activity?

Enjoying time with my grandchildren.