Saudi Arabia Frees Pakistanis Held on Drug Charges

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister, Rahman Malik disclosed that the Pakistanis, who were arrested sometime ago in drug case in Saudi Arabia, have been set free unconditionally.

Addressing a press conference here, Rahman Malik said that he, on behalf of the prime minister, offers thanks to the Saudi royal family. He said that all the accused Pakistanis would return to Pakistan immediately after Eid vacation.

Rahman Malik said, “Saudi Arabia is our big brother, our ties would further get strengthened.” Replying to a question, he said that Prince Naif played the key role in getting the accused Pakistanis released.

He said that Syed Sarwat, Safia and other accused involved in drug smuggling case were arrested, while only Tunio was absconding.

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Saudi Arabia Frees Pakistanis Held on Drug Charges was first posted on September 21, 2009 at 8:28 pm.
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