RIYADH — Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy premier and minister of defense, made a phone call on Monday to Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan.

During the phone conversation, the Crown Prince inquired about the health of the Pakistani premier, wishing him a speedy recovery.

For his part, the Pakistani PM expressed thanks to the Crown Prince for his good feelings.

He also congratulated the Crown Prince on launching "Saudi Green" and "Middle East Green" initiatives, praising their great impact on the region and its people.

Earlier in the day, the Pakistani premier issued a statement on Twitter backing the Crown Prince's green initiatives.

"Am delighted to learn of "Green Saudi Arabia" & "Green Middle East " initiatives by my brother, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman!"

"Have offered our support on these as there are many complementarities with our "Clean & Green Pakistan" & "10 Billion-Tree Tsunami." PM Khan said in his tweet.