Pak Saudi Ties
Welcomes delegation led by Muslim World League's secretary general; surprises audience by delivering part of his speech in Arabic.
Updated 14 Apr, 2024 09:22am
The state has to address barriers that stand in the way of attracting foreign investment, and create a pro-business environment.
Updated 10 Apr, 2024 10:49am
Both leaders emphasise kingdom’s "supportive role in Pakistan’s economy and the mutual desire to strengthen trade, investment ties".
Updated 08 Apr, 2024 09:33pm
The prime minister and members of his cabinet earlier left for Makkah to perform Umrah, the PM Office media wing said.
Published 08 Apr, 2024 07:22am
The prime minister will meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and perform Umrah during his three-day visit.
Updated 06 Apr, 2024 09:21pm
PM Shehbaz to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss matters of mutual interest.
Published 05 Apr, 2024 04:31pm
Saudi defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman meets President Zardari, PM Shehbaz and COAS Gen Munir.
Updated 24 Mar, 2024 08:02am
Premier invites Saudi crown prince to undertake an official visit to Pakistan.
Updated 17 Mar, 2024 07:27am
Meets with delegation from Al-Jomaih Group, which earlier made a huge investment in K-Electric.
Updated 26 Jan, 2024 11:57am
The forces of both countries will participate in classroom sessions and have the opportunity to hone their collective combat skills.
Updated 22 Jan, 2024 11:17am
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
