Keyword "Pak Saudi Ties" - List of latest news (79 results)

21/04 Mohsin Naqvi meets Saudi envoy

Both sides discuss collaboration in economic, social and security sectors.

20/03 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia pledge to strengthen defence ties amid regional challenges

Saudi investment minister expresses interest in deepening economic ties with Pakistan.

25/02 Riyadh reaffirms $500m pledge to polio eradication initiative

Poliovirus detected in environmental samples taken from Islamabad.

19/02 FM Aurangzeb says Pakistan to meet IMF goals without burdening taxpayers

“We are moving in the right direction,” FM Aurangzeb said while speaking to Bloomberg in AlUla on Sunday.

16/02 Islamabad, Riyadh to upgrade trade ties

Aurangzeb in Saudi Arabia to participate in AlUla conference.

09/02 Saudi fast-food giant Albaik set to start operations in Pakistan, says commerce minister

Jam Kamal visits Albaik’s plants in Jeddah, meets Pakistani employees working there.

03/02 Pakistan signs agreement to defer $1.2bn payment for Saudi oil

Saudi Fund for Development will also provide $41m for water supply project.

15/01 Saudi looking into $100m investment in Pakistan’s mining sector with focus on Reko Diq: minister

“Part of what we are looking at is how we can help Pakistan also in some infrastructure,” says Saudi Mining Minister Bandar Alkhorayef.

18/12 Mohsin Naqvi lauds Saudi higher education, discusses collaboration during Riyadh visit

Also visits passports directorate, discussing measures to simplify issuance, prevent forgery.

17/12 Mohsin Naqvi, Saudi interior minister discuss boosting security cooperation in Riyadh meeting

Both interior ministers emphasise strengthening efforts to combat drug smuggling.

15/12 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to activate ‘joint task force’ for public security

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Saudi counterpart in Riyadh, tours public security force headquarters.

05/12 PM Shehbaz winds up ‘fruitful’ tour of Saudi Arabia

Attaullah Tarar says visit will contribute to country’s progress.

04/12 China becomes Pakistan’s largest creditor with $29bn loans

World Bank warns of Pakistan’s weakening fiscal position amid rising debt.

03/12 PM underscores need for strong political will, global leadership to tackle water crisis

"Our duty to ensure that these rivers, lakes and aquifers that have nourished civilisations for centuries must not be reduced to tales of the past,” he says.

25/11 Political misstep

To drag a critical ally like Saudi Arabia into unfounded conspiracies is detrimental to Pakistan’s foreign policy.

22/11 Govt vows strict action on ‘venom against Saudi Arabia’ as PTI clarifies Bushra’s remarks

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif terms comments “vile and disgusting”, FM Dar criticises Bushra for "implicating Saudi Arabia for petty political point scoring ".

22/11 PTI ‘rues’ Bushra’s remarks at critical juncture

While she didn't specify who was behind alleged foreign conspiracy to oust Imran, PTI leaders term her statement "mistake".

21/11 Govt places 4,300 beggars on no-fly list

Saudi deputy minister of interior agrees to Naqvi's proposal of declaring Islamabad and Riyadh twin cities.

11/11 Government unveils Hajj policy for 2025

Haj applications will be received from November 18 to December 3, while balloting will be held on Dec 6.

07/11 Army chief calls on Saudi Arabia’s MBS

According to ISPR, Gen Munir met the crown prince during his official visit to the Gulf kingdom.

02/11 Seeking investment

Foreign visits will be fruitless unless crucial structural, policy reforms directly affecting investors are focused.

12/10 Dar and Saudi FM express ‘deep commitment and support’ for Palestinians, Lebanese in phone call

Review bilateral relations, discuss regional, international developments; Pak-Saudi defence forum discusses challenges to regional security.

10/10 Saudi team arrives to boost trade cooperation

Investment agreements, meetings with businessmen, SIFC visit on the agenda.

08/10 Afghanistan must rein in terrorist groups, says FO

Hopes upcoming SCO meeting will help cement regional economic ties; Saudi delegation due in Pakistan tomorrow.

27/08 Delayed funds

Of late, though, China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE appear a bit hesitant to lend a helping hand as promptly.

24/08 Pakistan seeks $1.5bn increase in Saudi lending

Funding to help bridge external financing gap needed for pending IMF package.

23/08 ‘Positive response’ from China, Middle East over funding needs for IMF approval, says finance minister

Asserts staff level agreement with IMF will be approved and government determined to collect tax from traders.

12/08 ‘Beggars’ heading to Gulf under strict scrutiny at airports

FIA officials say scores off-loaded from flights over suspicions; authorities call on Middle Eastern countries to implement stricter visa regimes.

09/08 Masjid-i-Nabvi imam highlights Pakistan’s ‘significant’ position for Muslim world in COAS meeting

COAS Munir welcomes dignitary, says visit is "matter of honour" for Pakistanis; Imam Al-Budair offers special prayer at Parliament House.

28/07 Saudi envoy calls on FM Dar

Both sides discuss enhancing cooperation in different sectors including education, trade and investment.

03/07 Saudi Arabia eases access for Pakistani tourists with revised visa requirements

Expects to welcome 2.7 million visitors from Pakistan in 2024.

25/05 Economy is country’s ‘lifeline and red line’, says info minister

Atta Tarar accuses political opponents of resorting to malicious campaign against SIFC, govt and armed forces to hamper development.

21/05 Beyond the economic crisis

Pakistan has the means to achieve an economic turnaround; it’s up to the leadership to make it happen.

17/05 The road ahead

Before reaching the agreement, the Fund will observe the situation closely to ensure it is in line with programme projections.

14/05 Political capitalism

Pakistani decision-makers salivate at the prospect of a one-party state but without paying attention to those additional ingredients.

13/05 Saudi Arabia adds MS, MD graduates to ‘highest paid tier’

Riyadh de-listed these postgraduate degrees in 2017.

12/05 Areas of cooperation with Saudi Arabia identified: PM Shehbaz

Interview with an Arab news channel comes days after a Saudi investors’ delegation visited Pakistan.

08/05 PM orders action over ‘ineffective’ track, trace system

20-member delegation from Japanese firms to arrive soon.

08/05 Saudi Crown Prince MBS expected to arrive within days to seal investment deals

Dar terms talks with Saudi investors’ delegation "elaborate"; FM explains did not sanction wheat import as ECC head.

06/05 Attracting investments via intellectual property protection

Pakistan needs to improve security by implementing intellectual property laws that protect foreign companies and attract international investors.

06/05 Pakistan aims high as Saudi investors arrive

Minister hopes business-to-business meetings will yield investment deals; leading local companies to share proposals with Saudi.

05/05 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia pledge to boost economic ties

Qatar to cooperate in energy domain, explore employment opportunities for Pakistanis.

04/05 Bilawal names PPP loyalists as Punjab, KP governors

PML-N’s Mandokhail appointed new governor of Balochistan.

03/05 Engaging Riyadh

It must be stressed that to pull in maximum foreign investment, a climate of domestic political stability is crucial.

30/04 Saudi Arabia eyes cooperation in agriculture sector

Shehbaz says govt pursuing deep-rooted structural reforms, ‘meaningful’ austerity.

29/04 PM Shehbaz secures more investment assurances from Riyadh

Decision on final SBA tranche due today; Saudi minister dubs premier "man of action".

28/04 In meeting with IMF chief, PM Shehbaz reiterates commitment to put economy back on track

Pair discuss further programs to ensure gains made in past year are consolidated, economic growth trajectory remains positive.

22/04 PTI’s many dilemmas

Donald Trump may have nice things to say about Imran Khan, but he likes the Saudis more.

22/04 Saudi national kidnapped; women murdered

Saudi diplomat requests police to take strict action against perpetrator and recover the Saudi citizen Hannan Abdullah.

19/04 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia agree to solidify efforts in defence collaboration

Saudi assistant defence minister calls on COAS, participates in 5th meeting of Pakistan-KSA Defence Collaboration at GHQ.

18/04 Saudi FM’s visit

The government of Shehbaz Sharif will have to manage a delicate balancing act with Pakistan’s traditional Saudi allies and its Iranian neighbours.

18/04 Will personally monitor Saudi investment projects, no laxity to be tolerated: PM Shehbaz

Defence, information ministers criticise PTI for party leader Sher Afzal Marwat's remarks about Saudi Arabia.

16/04 Saudi FM says Pakistan visit to deliver ‘significant benefits’ in upcoming months

Conveys kingdom's commitment to an "enhanced strategic and economic partnership with Pakistan".

15/04 Saudi FM-led delegation arrives today

Expected to hold meetings with the president, prime minister, foreign minister, counterpart ministers, COAS and SIFC committee.

14/04 The big test ahead

A concerning scenario could emerge if Iran utilises the full potential of its alleged proxies in the region, including in Pakistan.

14/04 PM Shehbaz lauds Saudi help in times of need

Welcomes delegation led by Muslim World League's secretary general; surprises audience by delivering part of his speech in Arabic.

08/04 PM Shehbaz, Crown Prince Salman agree to expedite $5bn Saudi investment in Pakistan

Both leaders emphasise kingdom’s "supportive role in Pakistan’s economy and the mutual desire to strengthen trade, investment ties".

08/04 PM Shehbaz meets Saudi crown prince in Makkah

The prime minister and members of his cabinet earlier left for Makkah to perform Umrah, the PM Office media wing said.

05/04 PM to depart for Saudi Arabia tomorrow in first foreign trip since assuming office for 2nd time

PM Shehbaz to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss matters of mutual interest.

24/03 Pakistan, Saudi Arabia vow to deepen ties

Saudi defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman meets President Zardari PM Shehbaz and COAS Gen Munir.

17/03 PM Shehbaz hopes for strategic ties with Saudi Arabia

Premier invites Saudi crown prince to undertake an official visit to Pakistan.

26/01 PM Kakar invites Saudi group to invest in alternative energy sector

Meets with delegation from Al-Jomaih Group, which earlier made a huge investment in K-Electric.

22/01 Pak-Saudi Arabia joint military training begins

The forces of both countries will participate in classroom sessions and have the opportunity to hone their collective combat skills.

10/01 Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia discuss collaboration in military technologies

Call for pooling resources to achieve shared objectives, attain self-sufficiency in defence sector.

13/12 Aramco acquires 40pc of GO for $100m

Deal marks Saudi firm’s first entry into Pakistan’s retail business; insiders say transaction sealed at $100m.

29/11 Saudi fund extends term for $3bn deposit to Pakistan for another year

Says extension is continuation of kingdom’s support that will help to maintain forex reserves, contribute to economic growth.

25/11 Pacts signed for recruiting Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia

Two Letters of Intent with FNRCO and Maharah Human Resource Company signed.

08/11 ‘Reko Diq deal with Saudi firm this year’

Premier hopes SIFC would help bring in over $60bn to Pakistan in the next five years.

11/10 Efforts on to strengthen health system, minister tells WHO forum

Saudi Arabia assures Islamabad of full support for the new health initiatives.

29/09 Govt eyes $11bn aid from China, Saudi Arabia amid crunch

Shamshad says caretaker govt prioritises tax net expansion, targets retail and real estate sector; says economic revival plan to be unveiled soon.

22/09 COAS Munir meets Saudi counterpart, discusses bilateral security matters

ISPR says both side deliberated upon bilateral cooperation including defence and security matters.

10/09 Afghan diplomat given demarche over Chitral attack: FM

Caretaker foreign minister says MBS visit expected soon, dates not confirmed yet.

05/09 What plans did army chief share with businessmen?

Sources say army chief has asked the Saudi prince to set aside $10bn to overcome the country’s foreign exchange issues.

04/09 PM Kakar says Saudi Arabia to invest $25bn in Pakistan over next 5 years

Says Saudi investment to come in mining, agriculture and information technology sectors.

01/09 No announcement yet on any ‘high-level visit’ from Saudi Arabia: FO

FO responds to alleged reports of postponement of Saudi crown prince's expected visit to Pakistan.

17/08 PM Kakar extols support from UAE, Saudi Arabia

Says Special Invest­ment Facilitation Council will work as before to fast-track foreign investments.

17/02 Military drill with Saudi Arabia held in Islamabad

The troops from Royal Saudi Land Forces and Pakistan Army participated in the exercise, ISPR said.

10/01 Saudi Arabia mulls increasing deposit in SBP to $5bn

Move confirms Riyadh's position on supporting the economy of Pakistan and its “sisterly people”, Saudi news agency SPA says.

09/01 COAS Asim Munir, Saudi crown prince review ways to enhance bilateral ties

Army chief, Prince Salman discuss "a number of issues of common concern", Saudi news agency SPA reports.