* Which particular aspect of

Saudi Arabia do you like the most?

* The generosity and politeness

of the Saudi people.

* Can you tell us your favorite and often-repeated Arabic word?

InshaAllah.

* Which book is now on your bedside?

The Paper Moon by Andrea

Camilleri

* What is your favorite holiday destination?

Gozo (Malta).

* What is your dream country — a place where you would like to be posted after leaving Saudi Arabia?

None in particular.

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

Saudi Arabia.

* How do you react to or deal with anger?

Keep calm — always.

* What is your source of strength during tough times?

Prayers.

* What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

That it is a huge country, with

great potential in all sectors.

* Which Saudi city fascinated you most?

It’s too early to say that now.

* Your favorite Saudi dish.

Kabsa.

* The one thing about the Kingdom that you will always remember.

The Saudi people.

* If you were given only one option — between Facebook and Twitter — what would you prefer?

Neither of them.

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

Architect.

* How do you keep yourself fit?

By walking and exercising

regularly.

* You are a fan of which football club?

Juventus.

* Who is your favorite actor/actress?

Robert de Niro.

* What is your favorite weekend activity?

Discovering the city, reading and watching football.