Quds as its capital. They also underscored the importance of halting the Israeli practices, including the continuation of building settlements and putting obstacles before peace efforts. They also confirmed that peace efforts be based on the Arab peace initiative and the UN relevant resolutions. The two sides confirmed their commitment to fight extremism and terrorism in all their forms and continue cooperation in the field of exchange of security information and also underscored the importance of security cooperation to combat drug trade and money laundering and crimes resulting from them. The Saudi side expressed hope that a peaceful solution to the Kashmir conflict be reached according to the UN pertinent resolutions whereas it would contribute to achieving durable peace and stability in the region. The Saudi side also expressed welcome of the positive developments regarding relations between India and Pakistan which is expected to have a positive outcome in the interest of the two neighboring countries as well as stability in South Asian region. On the situation in Afghanistan, the two sides expressed support for the Afghani reconciliation process calling for the participation of all parties and Afghani society segments to bring about peace and stability in Afghanistan. They confirmed support for the political process through holding elections scheduled in April 2014. For his part, Crown Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Deputy Premier and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, thanked the government and people of Pakistan for the warm welcome and generous hospitality accorded to him and the accompanying delegation .
