Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Monday called for a quick solution of the conflict in Syria according to Geneva Resolution in order to restore peace and security in Syria and prevent bloodshed of the brotherly Syrian people.

In a joint statement issued at the conclusion of the three-day visit of the Saudi Crown Prince Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense, the two countries also emphasised the importance of immediate withdrawal of all foreign armed forces and elements from Syrian territory.

They also stressed the need for lifting siege of the Syrian towns and villages and stopping aerial and artillery bombardment.

The statement suggested the setting up of safe corridors and regions to deliver food and humanitarian aid to besieged Syrian citizens, under international supervision.

They also underscored the need for the formation of transitional governing body with full executive powers enabling it to take charge of the affairs of the country.

On the situation in Afghanistan, the two sides expressed their support for Afghan reconciliation by including all sides and components of the Afghan society to arrive at restoration of peace and stability in Afghanistan. They underlined support for the political process through holding the elections scheduled for April 2014.

The two sides reiterated their commitment to fight extremism and terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and continue to cooperate in the field of exchange of security related information. They also emphasized the importance of security cooperation to combat the crimes of drug trafficking and money laundering.

The Saudi side welcomed the positive developments in Indo- Pakistan relations, which would reflect positively in the interest of the two neighbouring countries and stability in the South Asian region.

On the Palestinian issue, the two sides reaffirmed their consistent stand to support the Palestinian right to arrive at a just solution which leads to establishment of Palestinian State with Al-Quds as its capital.

The two sides reiterated the need for stopping Israeli practices including continuation of building settlements and putting impediments to peace efforts. The two sides emphasized that the peace efforts should be based on Arab peace initiatives and the relevant UN Resolutions.

The Saudi side expressed hope for reaching peaceful resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UN resolutions so that it contributes to the achievement of a permanent peace and stability in the region.