Pakistan, Oct. 17 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan's support for Saudi Arabia in safeguarding its "sovereignty, security and territorial integrity" amid a recent escalation in Houthi attacks.

According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the premier made the remarks during a meeting with newly appointed Saudi Ambassador Dr Rajeh Tami Albugamy. He welcomed the envoy to Pakistan and congratulated him on assuming his new responsibilities.

Ambassador Albugamy, assumed his diplomatic responsibilities in Islamabad on Thursday, reaffirming the commitment to strengthening the strategic and fraternal ties between the two countries.

During the meeting, PM Shehbaz said Pakistan-Saudi Arabia re...