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

The kindness toward expatriates.

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

Shukran.

• Which book is by your bedside these days?

The Holy Qur’an.

• Your favorite holiday destination?

Makkah and Madinah.

• What is your dream country where you would like to be posted after Saudi Arabia?

Spain.

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

Australians.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

I take some time and then I tell myself that anger is not the quality of a good man.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

My mother and my family members.

• What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

Excellent roads.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Madinah.

• Your favorite Saudi dish?

Chicken Mandi.

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

People’s positive attitude toward pilgrims.

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

I never use Twitter and am not a regular user of Facebook.

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

Professor or researcher.

• Is hiding truth acceptable in diplomacy?

I don’t think so.

• How do you keep yourself fit?

By walking and avoiding fatty foods.

• Your favorite football club?

Barcelona.

• Your favorite weekend activity?

I prefer to spend weekend with my family members.