JEDDAH : The historical and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have witnessed significant progress in recent years and important milestones have been crossed in various fields, Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said at a dinner hosted by the Hazara Overseas Pakistani Forum and Hazara Association in Jeddah.
He termed the defense agreement between the two countries as an important step towards strengthening unity and cooperation among Muslim nations. The dinner was attended by a large number of Pakistanis belonging to Hazara. Talking about the development of the region, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf said that the bill regarding the establishment of ‘Hazara Province’ has been presented in the relevant legislative bodies, including the National Assembly and the Senate. He stressed that the establishment of more administrative units is a major national need, which can prove to be helpful in effective governance, development and prosperity.
Pak Media Journalists Forum chairman , Chaudhry Noorul Hassan Gujjar , welcomed the special guest, congratulated Sardar Muhammad Yousuf on achieving the privilege of Umrah, and introduced the ‘Hazarewal Overseas Pakistani Forum’ and highlighted its services and achievements for the Pakistani community.
Addressing the ceremony, renowned community figure Chaudhry Azhar Abbas Warraich appreciated the Federal Minister’s continuous commitment towards Hajj arrangements. He said that his annual visits to review the preparations are a testament to his commitment and dedication to serving Pakistan and these millions of guests of Allah (Hajj and Umrah pilgrims). He said that Sardar Muhammad Yousuf’s services will be remembered in golden words. Chairman of Hazara Pakistani Forum Chaudhry Dilpaiz Azam Awan, Nazim Shah, Azam Awan, congratulated Sardar Muhammad Yousuf for his efforts in his address.
