Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman defers Pakistan trip

Salman played for the India leg on November 14 preceding Bali and Seoul.

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Together, separate excursions to India and Pakistan were arranged,

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After that Pakistan was returning to its home.

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Be that as it may, because of booking issues the excursion to India is being rescheduled,

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Salman has additionally chosen to delay his visit to Islamabad,

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Since letting New Delhi be would created a shaded area over the developing vital relationship with India,

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The Saudi government was very much aware of India's responsive qualities, sources told ET.

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