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Riyadh – Leaders of Vision 2030 projects across various regions of Saudi Arabia emphasized during the 41st Asian Racing Conference that equestrian sports, along with other sporting sectors, play a pivotal role in driving comprehensive economic development and boosting investment across the Kingdom. The sports sector has long been a fundamental pillar of Saudi Arabia’s Vision, supported by significant investments in golf, tennis, and football. However, the Kingdom’s deep-rooted passion for horse racing has positioned it as a major driver behind several rapidly developing projects nationwide. The topic was discussed during a dedicated panel session organized by the Asian Federation…
A dignified ceremony was organized in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, by Majlis Pakistan in honor of Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman, President of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan. A large number of members from the Pakistani community residing in Riyadh attended the event. The ceremony was hosted by Rana Abdul Rauf, Syed Saqib Zubair, and Rana Umar Farooq, while Mr. Saed Aziz, Welfare Attaché of the Embassy of Pakistan, participated as a special guest. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Hafeez ur Rehman said that overseas Pakistanis are playing the role of ambassadors of Pakistan across the world and are promoting a positive image of the…
Kuwait, – The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has concluded its fifth General Assembly, with Member States adopting the Kuwait Declaration on Responsible AI for Global Digital Prosperity and agreeing on a set of concrete actions to advance inclusive, trusted, and scalable digital transformation in the age of AI. Convened on 4–5 February 2026 under the Presidency of the State of Kuwait, the General Assembly brought together Ministers and Representatives of DCO Member States, alongside Observers, partners, and guest countries, to review progress against the DCO 4-Year Agenda (2025–2028), take joint decisions on multilateral initiatives, and translate shared ambition on AI into coordinated delivery. Adoption of…
Federal Minister for Defence of Pakistan, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, visited various stalls of leading Pakistani and Saudi defence companies during the World Defense Show. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf and Secretary Ministry of Defence Production, General Chiragh Haider, accompanied him on the occasion. During the visit, the Defence Minister reviewed modern defence technologies and products and held meetings with representatives of the defence industry. The visit highlighted prospects for enhanced bilateral defence cooperation and joint initiatives.
Riyadh, Ms. Zainab Abu Al-Samh, Managing Director of MBC Academy, MBC Talent, and MBC Studios, participated in a session on the third day of the Saudi Media Forum, held at the Investment Theater under the title: “Women Leaders Shaping the Future: The Role of Women in Cultural Transformation”. The session featured Princess Ameera Al-Taweel, Chairwoman of the Saudi Women Leaders Network, and Dr. Maimoonah Al-Khalil, Secretary-General of the Family Affairs Council, and was moderated by journalist Wafaa Al-Ruhailli. The discussion highlighted the growing leadership role of Saudi women in decision-making through impactful experiences and successful models that have contributed to…
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…