Pak Saudi Ties
Call for pooling resources to achieve shared objectives, attain self-sufficiency in defence sector.
Updated 10 Jan, 2024 08:07am
Deal marks Saudi firm’s first entry into Pakistan’s retail business; insiders say transaction sealed at $100m.
Updated 13 Dec, 2023 08:40am
Says extension is continuation of kingdom’s support that will help to maintain forex reserves, contribute to economic growth.
Updated 29 Nov, 2023 11:13pm
Two Letters of Intent with FNRCO and Maharah Human Resource Company signed.
Updated 25 Nov, 2023 07:57am
Premier hopes SIFC would help bring in over $60bn to Pakistan in the next five years.
Updated 08 Nov, 2023 07:28am
Saudi Arabia assures Islamabad of full support for the new health initiatives.
Updated 11 Oct, 2023 10:23am
Shamshad says caretaker govt prioritises tax net expansion, targets retail and real estate sector; says economic revival plan to be unveiled soon.
Updated 29 Sep, 2023 07:30am
ISPR says both side deliberated upon bilateral cooperation including defence and security matters.
Published 22 Sep, 2023 02:59pm
Caretaker foreign minister says MBS visit expected soon, dates not confirmed yet.
Updated 10 Sep, 2023 08:32am
Sources say army chief has asked the Saudi prince to set aside $10bn to overcome the country’s foreign exchange issues.
Updated 05 Sep, 2023 08:24am
Says Saudi investment to come in mining, agriculture and information technology sectors.
Published 04 Sep, 2023 10:13pm
FO responds to alleged reports of postponement of Saudi crown prince's expected visit to Pakistan.
Published 01 Sep, 2023 09:11pm
Says Special Investment Facilitation Council will work as before to fast-track foreign investments.
Published 17 Aug, 2023 07:13am
PM Shehbaz says the deposit will strengthen Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves, reflects growing confidence of international community.
Updated 11 Jul, 2023 07:20pm
Says development will be a "harbinger for peace, prosperity and development for the entire region".
Published 21 Mar, 2023 09:24pm
The troops from Royal Saudi Land Forces and Pakistan Army participated in the exercise, ISPR said.
Updated 17 Feb, 2023 09:07am
Saudi state media says kingdom to study "augmenting" investments in Pakistan to $10bn on Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's directives.
Updated 10 Jan, 2023 11:26am
Army chief, Prince Salman discuss "a number of issues of common concern", Saudi news agency SPA reports.
Updated 09 Jan, 2023 12:15pm
Foreign office says new date will be announced soon.
Published 12 Nov, 2022 07:16pm
Says the initiative is a "step in the right direction"; PM meets Saudi crown prince on the sidelines of COP27.
Updated 08 Nov, 2022 02:44pm
Says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud is "ready to do everything" for the people of Pakistan.
Updated 29 Oct, 2022 08:24am
PM Shehbaz thanks crown prince for accepting his request; both leaders agree to enhance bilateral ties to "new heights".
Updated 26 Oct, 2022 08:09pm
In address at the Future Investment Initiative Summit, the premier says clean energy potential would be the new driver of economic prosperity.
Updated 25 Oct, 2022 10:49pm
Premier will attend 'Davos in the Desert' summit, hold consultations with Crown Prince Salman.
Updated 24 Oct, 2022 09:49pm
FO says there should be a constructive approach to such issues "based on engagement and mutual respect".
Published 18 Oct, 2022 06:49pm
Says the move reflects the "continuing strong and special relationship" between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.
Published 18 Sep, 2022 06:59pm
Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari welcomes the commitment to invest the funds in country's economy.
Updated 25 Aug, 2022 10:01pm
Both leaders reaffirm resolve to further solidify strong brotherly relations, PMO says.
Published 15 Aug, 2022 12:45pm
Kingdom's finance minister says Pakistan is an important ally and it would stand behind the country.
Updated 25 May, 2022 08:27am
Kingdom welcomes Pakistan’s keenness to find solution to all disputes with India; PM Sharif, Abu Dhabi crown prince discuss.
Updated 02 May, 2022 07:34am
