Dense fog in various cities of Punjab, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has badly affected the traffic flow on motorways on night between Thursday and Friday, Dunya News reported. The thick fog has badly affected the flow of road traffic in several cities. According to a Motorway spokesperson, the Motorway M1 from Peshawar to Rashkai, Motorway M2 from Lahore to Hiran Minar, Motorway M3 from Faizpur to Jaranwala, Motorway M4 from Sheh Shah to Sham Kot, Motorway M5 from Multan to Zahir Pir and Ghotki to Rohri and have been closed for all kind of traffic. The Motorway police have appealed the drivers to use Grand Trunk (GT) Road for travelling. They have also urged the drivers to drive slowly and switch on fog lights. The Motorway police have also requested the people to stay home and avoid unnecessary travelling. Dense fog has also disrupted traffic at several places in the province at the National Highway due to low visibility.
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, and his daughter Maryam Nawaz recently met with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman, to discuss the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries. The meeting took place in Riyadh and was aimed at finding solutions to the challenges that Pakistan is facing while also expressing good wishes for the Saudi leadership.
During the meeting, the leaders discussed various issues of mutual interest and explored ways to enhance cooperation in various fields, including trade, energy, and investment. They also highlighted the need to promote people-to-people contacts between the two countries.
Nawaz Sharif expressed his appreciation for the Saudi leadership's support and assistance to Pakistan during difficult times. He also praised the Kingdom's vision and initiatives aimed at promoting regional peace and stability.
Maryam Nawaz, who is the Chief Organizer of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), also played an active role in the meeting. She emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the two countries, especially in the economic sphere, and invited Saudi investors to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan.
The meeting comes at a crucial time for both countries, as Pakistan is facing various challenges, including economic instability, political polarization, and security concerns. On the other hand, Saudi Arabia is undergoing a significant transformation under the Vision 2030 plan, which aims to diversify the Kingdom's economy and reduce its dependence on oil exports.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have traditionally maintained close ties, with the Kingdom providing significant economic and financial assistance to Pakistan over the years. The two countries also share strong cultural and religious bonds, with millions of Pakistanis performing Hajj and Umrah every year.
The meeting between Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz, and the Saudi Crown Prince is a positive development for both countries and demonstrates their commitment to further strengthening their bilateral relations. It also highlights the important role that Pakistan can play in the region as a bridge between Saudi Arabia and other Muslim countries.
In conclusion, the meeting between Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz, and the Saudi Crown Prince is a step in the right direction towards enhancing cooperation and strengthening ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. It is hoped that this meeting will lead to concrete measures that will benefit both countries and promote regional peace and stability.
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