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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…
Riyadh (Rana Azeem) The Annual Sports Gala of Pakistan International School, English Section, was held with great enthusiasm and splendor in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Students actively participated in various sports competitions, showcasing their talent, discipline, and team spirit. The event featured exciting competitions including cricket, football, badminton, karate, taekwondo, and other sports, where students demonstrated outstanding performance and sportsmanship. The ceremony was attended by Chairman School Management Council Engineer Saud Sarwar, Vice Chairman Dr. Yasir Javed, Community Welfare Attaché Saeed Aziz, Najam-ul-Saqib, Dr. Shehzad Ahmed, along with a large number of parents. The Sports Gala was organized under the…
AlUla –Under the patronage of His Highness Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Board of the Saudi Music Commission, the “Saudi National Orchestra Masterpieces” concert officially opened today (Thursday) at Maraya Hall in AlUla Governorate. Organized by the Saudi Music Commission, the opening night delivered a fully immersive artistic experience that blended orchestral performance with Saudi musical identity. The carefully curated program took audiences on a journey through diverse musical styles inspired by Saudi heritage, presented through a contemporary artistic vision led by Maestro Hani Farhat, with performances by the Saudi…
Lahore hosted one of the largest global events in the fields of technology and cybersecurity, the Global CISO Summit, bringing together leading cybersecurity and IT experts from Pakistan and across the world. The summit featured in-depth discussions on modern technology, cybersecurity challenges, and the digital future. The primary objective of the event was to strengthen Pakistan’s digital ecosystem and introduce global best practices at the local level. Key speakers at the summit included Dr. Erdal Ozkaya, President of the Global CISO Forum; Syed Abdul Qadir, Executive Director at A.F. Ferguson & Co. (PwC Pakistan); Adnan Rafiq Ahmed, Founder of VCEO…
Jeddah:Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, today formally inaugurated the new chancery building of the Consulate General of Pakistan in Jeddah. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Pakistan’s Ambassador Ahmed Farooq, Consul General of Pakistan in Jeddah Syed Mustafa Rabbani, Saudi dignitaries, members of the Pakistani community, and officials of the consulate. Addressing the ceremony, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister appreciated the performance of the Consulate General in Jeddah and expressed gratitude to the Government of Saudi Arabia for its continued support. He reaffirmed the Government of Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating overseas…
Jeddah (By Noorul Hassan Gujjar):Office bearers of the Pak Media Journalists Forum held an introductory meeting with the newly appointed Consul General of Pakistan in Jeddah, Mr. Syed Mustafa Rabbani. The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere, during which matters of mutual interest, issues faced by the Pakistani community, and consular services were discussed in detail. Speaking on the occasion, Consul General Syed Mustafa Rabbani stated that addressing the issues of the Pakistani community residing in Saudi Arabia is his top priority, and the doors of the consulate remain open for all. He emphasized that Pakistan and Saudi Arabia…