Sudais and the Prime Minister jointly told reporters that Islam is a religion of peace and brotherhood which promotes harmony and is opposed to terrorism and sectarianism. On his part, Aziz said the visit of Sheikh Al-Sudais was an honour for Pakistan and "we are thankful to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz for making this visit a reality." The Prime Minister said the close and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are a source of strength and stability for the Muslim world. Pakistan - which came into being in the name of Islam - was on the path of progress and development by following the basic fundamentals of Islam," the Prime Minister said while speaking at a dinner hosted by him in honour of Sheikh Al-Sudais. --MORE