Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have affirmed their commitment to fortify the "upward trajectory" in bilateral ties, according to a communiqué on Saturday, Tribune reported.

The Pakistan Ministery of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) issued the statement after a meeting between Prime Minister Imran Khan and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Jeddah.

Khan is on a three-day official trip to Saudi Arabia – his third visit to the Middle East kingdom after coming to power in 2018.

Khan and bin Salman held wide-ranging talks on bilateral, regional and international issues.

 "The talks were marked by exceptional cordiality and a commitment to fortify the upward trajectory in the bilateral relationship."

The two sides also agreed on further deepening cooperation in all fields.

The premier expressed his gratitude for being given the opportunity to visit the two Holy Mosques at Makkah and Medina during Ramazan.

"The two leaders reaffirmed the strong and historic bonds between the two countries rooted firmly in shared beliefs, common values, mutual trust and a longstanding tradition of mutual support," the press release added.

The press release further stated that special emphasis was laid on increasing Saudi investments in Pakistan, collaboration in the field of energy, and increased job opportunities for Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia, the MoFA stated.