Saudi Arabia is in advanced negotiations with the United States over a landmark defense pact, with hopes of finalizing the deal during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s expected visit to the White House next month, the Financial Times reported Friday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The potential agreement would mirror the recent U.S.–Qatar defense … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have signed a historic agreement to strengthen cooperation in fighting corruption and money laundering. The deal also includes a framework for the recovery of stolen or illegally transferred assets. According to official sources, both countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize this collaboration. The agreement is being hailed … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his recent visit to Saudi Arabia was completely unique compared to his previous ones. He praised the Saudi people for always showing love and support for Pakistan. Speaking at a luncheon hosted in honor of the Saudi delegation at the Prime Minister’s House, Shehbaz Sharif said, “We are sitting … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif returned to Pakistan after completing a two-week-long foreign visit. The Prime Minister first visited Saudi Arabia, where he signed a historic security agreement, before traveling to New York via Riyadh. He concluded his trip in London and has now arrived back in Islamabad. During his visit to the United … Read more
New Jersey: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as “encouraging,” highlighting a renewed momentum in bilateral ties. Speaking to the media in New Jersey, the prime minister said discussions with President Trump covered a wide range of areas including the economy, counterterrorism, minerals, artificial intelligence, information technology, and cryptocurrency. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a special facility for overseas Pakistanis living in Saudi Arabia. According to the authority’s press release, the NADRA mobile registration team will be available in Saudi Arabia’s Dammam city on September 26 and 27 (Friday and Saturday). Tamimi New Camp and Zohran Eastern Province from … Read more
France and five other nations have formally recognised the State of Palestine, joining a growing international chorus demanding justice and self-determination for Palestinians amid Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza. At a high-level summit co-convened by France and Saudi Arabia in New York on Monday — just ahead of the 80th session of the United Nations … Read more
LONDON: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar hinted that some countries were showing interest in building strategic defence agreements with Pakistan, following the country’s landmark pact with Saudi Arabia. “It is premature to say something, but after this development, other countries have also expressed a desire for similar arrangements,” he said. “But such … Read more
New Delhi: Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have formally sealed a bilateral defence agreement, marking a significant development in the geopolitics of West Asia and South Asia. The pact, aimed at strengthening military cooperation between Riyadh and Islamabad, comes amid shifting regional security dynamics. India responded cautiously on Thursday, stating that it was aware the agreement … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that it is premature to talk about the inclusion of any other country in the recently signed defense agreement with Saudi Arabia, but the possibility has not been ruled out. Asif explained that under the agreement, if either Pakistan or Saudi Arabia is attacked from any side, it … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, has issued an important statement following the signing of a landmark defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The “Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement” (SMDA) was signed by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Under the provisions of the pact, any … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Saudi Arabia along with a high-level delegation. At the Royal Terminal in Riyadh, he was warmly received by Deputy Governor of Riyadh, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz. Other senior Saudi officials were also present to welcome the Pakistani premier. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Farooq, and … Read more
RIYADH: In a historic first for professional wrestling, WrestleMania 43 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the first time WWE’s flagship event steps outside North America. The announcement was officially made in Las Vegas, confirming a major expansion of WWE’s global footprint and its long-standing partnership with Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector. … Read more
SAUDI ARABIA: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced a new mobile registration drive to assist Pakistani citizens living in Saudi Arabia. The service will be available on July 25 and 26, 2025, in Dammam, operating from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on both Friday and Saturday in collaboration with the Pakistan Embassy. … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The foreign ministers of 21 nations, including Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and Egypt, have strongly condemned Israel’s recent military attacks against Iran, calling for de-escalation and swift return negotiations for a sustainable agreement on Iranian nuclear program. The foreign ministers who issued a joint statement, included those of Algeria, Bahrain, Brunei Darussalam, … Read more
ISLAMABAD: At least 18 Pakistani pilgrims have passed away in Saudi Arabia during the ongoing Hajj pilgrimage, according to sources from the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The deceased include 10 men and 8 women. The most of the pilgrims who passed away were elderly, with causes of death reported as heart attacks and other health-related … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has responded to Israel’s deadly strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories, and military commanders. Iranian media and witnesses reported that explosions struck several sites, including the country’s main uranium enrichment facility at Natanz, while Israel declared a state of emergency in anticipation of retaliatory missile and drone attacks. Iranian state … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will depart today for a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, during which he is scheduled to hold important meetings with the Saudi leadership. According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, a high-level delegation will accompany the Prime Minister to Riyadh. The visit will focus on strengthening economic, diplomatic, and regional … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has once again enforced a significant decision regarding Hajj by maintaining its ban on the entry of children during the pilgrimage. This policy, initially announced in February 2025, remains in effect this year as part of continued implementation measures. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has said that the decision was … Read more
RIYADH: In a bid to prevent unauthorized Hajj pilgrimages, Saudi authorities have begun using drones for surveillance within the holy boundaries of Makkah Makrama. These drones are actively monitoring restricted areas, enabling the authorities to track and detain hundreds of individuals daily attempting to perform Hajj without proper permits. The advanced surveillance system is part … Read more
To improve its image and attract more passengers during ongoing privatization efforts, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has lowered fares on some international flights for Eid-ul-Adha. PIA is giving a 20% discount on flights to Saudi Arabia and a 10% discount on flights between Toronto and Pakistan. This move is meant to make it easier for … Read more
Saudi Arabia welcomes US Syria sanctions lift, UN calls for Gaza ceasefire. Regional issues like Sudan and Yemen were discussed at the Arab League Summit in Baghdad. Saudi Minister Adel al-Jubeir hailed the US decision on Syria sanctions, seeing it as a chance for reconstruction. He urged an immediate Sudan ceasefire at the Arab League … Read more
KARACHI: Pakistan qualified for the 10th Asian Beach Handball Championship semi-final by securing a hard-fought victory over Saudi Arabia in the quarter-final here at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, Muscat. In a thrilling quarter-final match, Pakistan defeated Saudi Arabia by 2-1 sets. The match scores were 04-17, 14-06, and 08-04 in Pakistan’s favor. Earlier in … Read more
Saudi Arabia has introduced an innovative “Smart Book of Hajj Rituals” to guide pilgrims in preparation for this year’s Hajj, which will take place in early June. The guide is available in six languages, including Arabic, English, Urdu, French, Malayalam, and Turkish, making it accessible to a wide range of pilgrims. The guide can be … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s authorities announced discovering 14 new oil and natural gas fields and reservoirs in the Eastern Province and the Empty Quarter. On Wednesday, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, announced the discovery of 14 new oil and natural gas sources and reservoirs by Saudi Aramco. These discoveries were made in the … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court(SC) on Tuesday rejected the bail plea of a pregnant woman accused of smuggling heroin to Saudi Arabia. A two-member bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Justice Sardar Tariq Masood, was hearing the bail application. During the hearing, the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) prosecutor informed the court that 167 grams of heroin … Read more
JEDDAH: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia reaffirmed their commitment to take bilateral partnership to new heights and strengthening defense and security cooperation, recognizing the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing regional security challenges. The bilateral ties and cooperation were discussed in a bilateral meeting between. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime … Read more
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with a high-level delegation, began a four-day official visit to Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. A PM Office press release states that the visit seeks to strengthen bilateral relations, enhance economic cooperation, and attract investments between the two nations. During his stay, PM Shehbaz will meet Saudi Crown … Read more
