ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has taken a clear stance in the diplomatic row betweenCanada and Saudi Arabia.

Pakistan has announced clear support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in itsspat with Canada.

“Pakistan stands by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in protecting itssovereignty as a matter of principle and based on the historic andbrotherly relations between our two countries,” Foreign Office spokespersonDr Muhammad Faisal said on Thursday.

He further said, “Pakistan is following with immense concern the crisis inthe relations between Saudi Arabia and Canada and places on record itssolidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”

“Pakistan always supports the sovereignty of states and the principle ofnon-interference in the internal affairs of other states.

Both these aspects are enshrined in UN Charter and are among the basictenets of international law, and the foundation of peaceful and friendlyinter-state relations,” Dr Faisal asserted.