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Riyadh: Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Farooq, while meeting Pakistani journalists and addressing a press briefing in Riyadh, highlighted the significant and historic developments in bilateral relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia during 2025. He stated that the year proved exceptionally important for both brotherly countries at strategic, economic, and diplomatic levels. The Ambassador said that the most important development of 2025 was the signing of the Strategic Neutral Defense Agreement in September, concluded under the leadership of Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This agreement has given a new and…
Riyadh ( Rana Azeem) Renowned Pakistani traditional sweets and bakery brand Soghat Sweets & Bakers has officially launched its operations in Saudi Arabia. With the opening of its first outlet in Riyadh, authentic Pakistani sweets are now attracting Saudi nationals as well as expatriate communities. Soghat Sweets & Bakers is a well-established Pakistani brand, widely recognized for its traditional sweets and premium bakery items. After gaining immense popularity in Pakistan, the brand has expanded internationally, marking Saudi Arabia as its first overseas destination. The inauguration ceremony in Riyadh was attended by Dr. Shagufta Zareen, Pakistan’s Trade and Investment Minister in…
Karachi, AI for Her, another Women in AI initiative by Pro AI Global in collaboration with Rotary International District 3271, was successfully held in Karachi, bringing together more than 100 women for a women-only Artificial Intelligence meetup, training, and community engagement session. The initiative was led by Ammara Aftab, Pakistan’s first female AI trainer and Rotary District AI Chair, through the flagship event Women in AI Connect – AI for Her 2026, hosted at the Centre of Excellence in Gaming and Animation (CEGA). Distinguished speakers included Madam Durdana, Head of Women & Inclusion at Rotary, who emphasized the need for safe…
Riyadh:A dignified ceremony was held in Riyadh under the auspices of the Pakistan Muslim League (N) to honor the overseas Pakistani community. The event was organized by PML-N Saudi Arabia Joint Secretary Chaudhry Sajjad Ali, while senior PML-N leader Dr. Saeed Ahmed, who arrived from the United States, attended as the chief guest. The ceremony was attended by office-bearers of Pakistan Muslim League (N) residing in Saudi Arabia, party workers, and a large number of members of the overseas Pakistani community. Participants appreciated the initiatives taken by the PML-N leadership and government for the welfare of overseas Pakistanis. While addressing…
The Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, H.E. Chaudhry Salik Hussain, represented Pakistan at the 3rd Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Minister highlighted Pakistan’s strong commitment to modern labour policies, skills development, and alignment with international best practices. During the high-level Ministerial Roundtable, the Federal Minister shared Pakistan’s vision for labour market reform, emphasizing demand-driven skills development, digitisation of the Bureau of Emigration, and alignment of training programs with real-time global labour market needs. He outlined Pakistan’s focus on high-growth sectors including construction, healthcare, information and communication technology, logistics, and emerging…
Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) celebrated today, Monday, January 26, the International Customs Day, under the theme: “Customs Protecting Society Through Vigilance & Commitment”. This ceremony was attended by officials from a number of ZATCA’s partners in customs ecosystem. H.E. Governor of Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, Eng. Suhail Mohammed Abanmi, states, in its speech during the ceremony, that customs work represents an integrated national system effectively contributing to society protection and security enhancement, in addition to its pivotal role in trade facilitation and customer beneficiary improvement, all in line with Vision 2030. He added that ZATCA continuously develops…
A dignified reception was organized by Majlis Pakistan at Zarwah Hall, Riyadh, in honor of its former President, Dr. Muhammad Asif Qureshi. The event was hosted by Majlis Pakistan President Rana Abdul Rauf, Patron-in-Chief Syed Saqib Zubair, and General Secretary Rana Umar Farooq. Prominent members of the Pakistani community in Riyadh, including Rana Khalid Akram, Chaudhry Sajjad, Chaudhry Khadim Hussain, Muhammad Yousaf Ismail, Umar Farooq Kailani, Inam Khan, Ibrahim Jatt, and Tauseef Ahmed, attended the event in large numbers. Speakers at the ceremony paid rich tribute to the social, welfare, and organizational services of Dr. Muhammad Asif Qureshi. They stated…
Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, visited the Pakistan Embassy in Cairo, where he met representatives of 254 Pakistani students studying at Al-Azhar University. The Federal Minister interacted individually with the students and inquired about their academic progress, educational environment, and challenges. He also briefed them on discussions held with his Egyptian counterpart regarding scholarships for Pakistani students. Sardar Muhammad Yousaf highlighted the central importance of Al-Azhar University in the Muslim world, recognizing it as a globally acknowledged institution, particularly in matters of religious guidance and fatwas. He emphasized that students must utilize the knowledge…
Riyadh (Rana Azeem) The inauguration ceremony of Sindh Strikers team was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, under the banner of the Capital Premier League, with the participation of local cricket players, sports officials, and a large number of community members. The event was hosted by Shakeel Ahmed Kiani, while Ms. Tasneem Farooq Rehmani, visiting from the United States, attended as the chief guest. Speaking on the occasion, Munir Ahmed Shad, Chairman of the Capital Premier League, stated that the league aims to provide a platform for young and talented cricketers, particularly those who could not make it to the Pakistan…
Riyadh (Rana Azeem) A dignified farewell ceremony was held in Saudi Arabia in honor of Malik Muhammad Bilal Ahmed, the retiring Regional Manager of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) Riyadh, where diplomatic officials and members of the Pakistani community paid rich tribute to his services. The event was organized in the Saudi capital Riyadh by prominent political and social figure Sheikh Saeed Ahmed. Diplomatic, political, social, and literary personalities attended the ceremony. Speaking on the occasion, Press Attaché of the Pakistan Embassy Haseeb Sultan, Welfare Attaché Najam Nawaz Saqib, Chaudhry Sajjad, and Sheikh Saeed Ahmed praised the role of PIA and…