Pakistan is set to take the first three-year leadership of the secretariat established under a new defence agreement with Türkiye and Saudi Arabia. The agreement, signed in Makkah on August 7, aims to strengthen defence coordination, intelligence sharing, military cooperation and regional security among the three countries. Under the arrangement, the secretariat will coordinate decisions…
Global oil prices edged lower on Friday as increased crude oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz eased fears of supply disruptions, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty surrounding diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. Brent crude futures fell $1.03 (1.2%) to $88 per barrel, while US West Texas…
Saudi Arabia has extended the tenure of its $3 billion financial facility to Pakistan, providing significant relief to the country’s external financing position and reducing immediate repayment pressure. The move is expected to strengthen Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and support overall economic stability. Federal Finance Minister confirmed the extension, describing it as a timely boost…
Saudi Arabia has appointed Major General (Retired) Rajeh Al-Buqami as its new ambassador to Pakistan, marking a significant step in strengthening the longstanding diplomatic partnership between the two countries. He succeeds Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki, who previously served as Saudi Arabia’s envoy to Islamabad. Rajeh Al-Buqami officially took the oath of office alongside several newly…
Global oil prices surged on Wednesday as escalating military tensions involving the United States, Iran, and Saudi Arabia fueled fresh concerns over oil supply disruptions in the Middle East. Investors reacted to reports of missile attacks and military operations, driving both Brent crude and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices sharply higher. Brent crude…
A gas cylinder explosion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has claimed the lives of six Pakistani nationals, leaving the Pakistani community in the Kingdom in mourning. The explosion occurred late Tuesday night in the Manfouhah district, prompting an immediate response from emergency and rescue teams. Authorities secured the area while search and recovery operations continued following…
RIYADH: Pakistan’s Interior Minister and Minister for Narcotics Control, Mohsin Raza Naqvi, has arrived in Saudi Arabia on an official visit to strengthen bilateral relations and expand security cooperation between Pakistan and the Kingdom. Upon his arrival at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Mohsin Naqvi received a warm welcome from Saudi Interior Minister Prince…
Pakistan’s foreign policy has long been guided by the need to maintain balanced relations with both Saudi Arabia and Iran. While Saudi Arabia remains one of Pakistan’s closest economic and strategic allies, Iran is an important neighboring country with deep historical, geographical, and security ties. As tensions continue to shape the Middle East, Pakistan has…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed Saudi Arabia’s recognition of Pakistan’s outstanding Hajj 2026 arrangements, describing the prestigious Labbaytum Excellence Awards as a matter of national pride and an acknowledgment of the country’s commitment to serving pilgrims with professionalism and integrity. During a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Religious Affairs and award-winning Hajj…
Pakistan is rapidly emerging as a central diplomatic hub as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar revealed that both the United States and Iran have expressed confidence in Pakistan’s ability to facilitate meaningful peace talks amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Speaking after a high-level quadrilateral meeting in Islamabad, which included foreign…
