Social media went into a frenzy on the news that PM Imran Khan during his recent visit to Saudi bagged or according to a more satirical lot “begged” 19000 rice bags from the Saudi Royal family. Reportedly these bagged or “begged” bags were distributed in Punjab and KPK.

Pakistan has always remained the receiver of largess from Saudi Arabia, most notably on proverbial oil on deferred payments. Saudi, besides hosting the largest Pakistani working class has also been swift to come to Pakistan’s support during our difficult times. This time, the reason for ridicule has been pittance that too in the shape of rice which Pakistan produces in excess.

GULSHER PANHWER,

Johi.