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The close and cordial ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is a well-established fact which traces back to the historical roots, the shared values, and to their interdependence. The basis of the relationship stood on the ground that in both countries perception being made was the centrality of the role of Islam in their respective politics, which served as a common ground to formulate the ties. But, with changing dynamics of global politics, and national interest taking precedence over ideology, the two countries have witnessed phases of bitterness in their relationship over the period of time. While their interests may not coincide with the other most of the times, yet the relationship between them has remained firm. In this changing environment Pakistan has to make some hard choices when it comes to balancing its relationship with Saudi Arabia and Iran while on the other hand, Saudi Arabia will try to tease Pakistan with its growing rapprochement towards India. This paper will take into account the factors that have been instrumental in shaping their ties in the changing geopolitical set-up and also to look at the way ahead in their relationship.

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