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Riyadh: Prominent Pakistani businessman and Pakistan Muslim League-N (PML-N) Saudi Arabia Vice President, Zahid Sandhu , hosted a distinguished reception in Riyadh to honor Mirza Altaf , Overseas Coordinator of Pakistan Muslim League-N, who is currently visiting Saudi Arabia from Pakistan. The event was attended by a large number of Pakistani business leaders, community representatives, and office-bearers of PML-N Saudi Arabia, reflecting the strong engagement of the Pakistani diaspora in strengthening community ties and promoting Pakistan’s interests abroad. During the gathering, participants discussed the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, bilateral trade, investment opportunities, and the vital role…
• Archaeologists uncover 18 architectural units and a trove of artifacts at the ancient mining settlement • Among the finds was a rare stone weight inscribed with the word “ratl” in early Jazm script, dating to the first or second century AH Riyadh, – The Heritage Commission, one of 11 sector specific commissions under the Ministry of Culture, has unveiled fresh discoveries from the fourth season of archaeological excavations at the Hillit archaeological site in Al-Dawadmi Governorate, Riyadh Region, as part of its ongoing efforts to uncover and preserve the Kingdom’s archaeological heritage and spotlight its historical and cultural significance.…
Riyadh: Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division), Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, co-chaired a high-level Energy Group meeting with senior Saudi officials in Riyadh today to review the progress of ongoing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector. During the meeting, both sides expressed satisfaction with the significant progress achieved under the existing framework of energy cooperation and reaffirmed their shared commitment to further strengthening the strategic partnership between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The discussions focused on advancing current collaborative initiatives, identifying new areas of cooperation, and exploring future strategic projects aimed at enhancing energy security, investment,…
ITHRA and the Visual Arts Commission Present a Landmark Exhibition Documenting the Evolution of Saudi Arabia’s Modern Art Movement Dhahran, Saudi Arabia – The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (ITHRA), an Aramco initiative, is hosting the “Beginnings: The Emergence of the Saudi Art Movement” exhibition in collaboration with the Saudi Visual Arts Commission from July 13 to November 7, 2026. The exhibition offers visitors a unique cultural experience that documents a pivotal era in Saudi Arabia’s artistic history, highlighting the emergence and evolution of the Kingdom’s modern art movement from the 1960s through the 1980s. Organized as part of…
Riyadh: Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a high-level meeting with H.E. Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in Riyadh. Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division), Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, also participated in the meeting. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the Pakistan–Saudi Bilateral Finance Group Meeting. During the meeting, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb conveyed Pakistan’s sincere appreciation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its continued support and longstanding partnership. He thanked the Saudi leadership for its unwavering commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and supporting…
Jeddah: The United Journalists Forum Jeddah organized a one-day memorial cricket match to commemorate the 10th death anniversary of Pakistan’s legendary humanitarian Abdul Sattar Edhi. The event celebrated his lifelong dedication to humanity and social welfare. King Abdulaziz Medical City (KAMC) Cricket Club delivered an outstanding all-round performance to defeat the Journalists Cricket Club and lift the championship trophy. The memorial match was organized to pay tribute to Abdul Sattar Edhi’s remarkable legacy of compassion, selflessness, and unconditional service to humanity. The event was attended by journalists, doctors, community leaders, and cricket enthusiasts. The KAMC Cricket Club was led by…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: PFL MENA returned to Boulevard Studios in Riyadh with an action-packed fight card that featured knockout finishes, dominant performances, and crucial tournament victories as the region’s top mixed martial artists battled for places in the upcoming semifinals. The headline attraction belonged to Saudi Arabia’s rising MMA star Hattan Alsaif, who made a memorable professional debut by defeating Algeria’s Dania Ouhachi via second-round TKO. After surviving an early submission threat, Alsaif thrilled the home crowd with a powerful overhand right that dropped her opponent before finishing the contest with ground-and-pound, marking a dream start to her professional career.…
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (July 9, 2026) – The official weigh-ins for PFL MENA: Riyadh are set to take place ahead of tomorrow’s event at Boulevard Studios in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The main event is official; it will feature Saudi Arabian star Hattan Alsaif, who makes her professional debut in a Catchweight Showcase Main Event against Algeria’s Dania Ouhachi. The co-main event is also set, with Lebanon’s Hassan Shaaban taking on Jordan’s Hazem Kayyali in a welterweight tournament showdown. The card also includes Featherweight and Welterweight Tournament bouts as fighters continue their pursuit of a PFL MENA championship
Dammam, Saudi Arabia: The Embassy of Pakistan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia successfully organized a vibrant Pakistani Mango Festival at Danube Hypermarket in Dammam on 7 July 2026, promoting Pakistan’s premium mangoes to Saudi consumers. The event attracted diplomats, business leaders, members of the media, academics, community representatives, Saudi nationals, and visitors from various countries. The festival was organized under the leadership of Dr. Shagufta Zareen, Minister for Trade and Investment at the Embassy of Pakistan, while Munir Hassan, Trade Development Officer, coordinated the event. The opening ceremony featured a ribbon-cutting followed by the cutting of a special cake…
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: The Consulate General of Pakistan in Jeddah, in collaboration with the Pakistan Investors Forum (PIF) , successfully organized a one-day Pakistani Mango Festival at a local supermarket, showcasing Pakistan’s premium mangoes along with a variety of mango-based food products. The festival was inaugurated by the Consul General of Pakistan, Syed Mustafa Rabbani , alongside Sheikh Emad Al-Aboud , Vice Chairman of the Jeddah Chamber of Commerce, and prominent Saudi businessmen. The exhibition featured premium mango varieties from different regions of Pakistan, as well as mango-based biscuits, pastries, cakes, and other food products. The festival attracted a large…