'I'm fascinated by KSA's wide open desert landscapes'

(MENAFN- Arab News) Which particular aspect of Saudi Arabia you like the most?
The wide open desert landscapes.
What is your favorite and oft-repeated Arabic word?
Saboor.
Which book is by your bedside these days?
Catch-22.
Your favorite holiday destination?
Any place where I can get some peace and quiet. It could be my own backyard.
Your dream country where you would like to be posted after Saudi Arabia?
Somewhere in North America.
Which country's people have you found to be the most friendly?
In every country you will find very friendly and less friendly people.
How do you react to or deal with anger?
I don't get angry very easily.
What is your source of strength during tough times?
My children and my wife.
What was your first impression about the Kingdom?
The beautiful architecture of some of the high-rise buildings.
Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?
Riyadh. I like driving on King Fahd Road at night.
Your favorite Saudi dish?
Kunafa.
The thing about the Kingdom that you will always remember?
The desert landscapes.
If you were to be given only one option between Facebook and Twitter what would that be?
LinkedIn.
If you had not become a diplomat what would you be?
Journalist and historian.
How do you keep yourself fit?
I play tennis.
Your favorite restaurant?
Spazio 77.
Your favorite football club?
KSK Kasterlee (Belgium).
Who is your favorite actor/actress?
The young Robert De Niro (from Taxi Driver).
Your favorite weekend activity?
I try to get some peace and quiet and play some tennis.