Gilani pays his respects at Roza-e-Rasool (PBUH), prays for unity and prosperity of Pakistan

MADINAH: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani on Tuesday paid his respects at the Roza-e-Rasool (Peace be upon Him), offered 'Nawafil' and prayed for peace, progress and unity of Pakistan and well being of its people.

The Prime Minister who is on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia earlier held wide ranging talks with the Saudi leader King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, performed Umra and paid his respects at the Roza-e-Rasool (PBUH).

Prime Minister Gilani offered Fajr prayers and special Nawafil for the solidarity and security of Pakistan.

He sought Allah's blessings in helping the country to face the challenges.

Gilani arrived here at Madina in the early hours of Tuesday, soon after his meeting with King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz at Jeddah. He will depart for home later in the day.

Copyright APP (Associated Press of Pakistan), 2011