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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Departs for Iran to Attend Funeral of Iran’s Late Supreme Leader; To Proceed to Türkiye on Bilateral Visit

3Jul

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Departs for Iran to Attend Funeral of Iran’s Late Supreme Leader; To Proceed to Türkiye on Bilateral Visit

Islamabad, July 3, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif departed from Islamabad on a one-day visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran to attend the funeral ceremony of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei. Accompanying the Prime Minister are Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Secretary General of the Pakistan Peoples Party Nayyar Hussain Bukhari, and Chief Minister of Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah.During his visit to Tehran, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in the funeral and final rites of the late Iranian Supreme Leader. On behal...

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets Acting Governor of Makkah Region; Welcomes Pakistan–Saudi Cricket Cooperation

3Jul

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Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi Meets Acting Governor of Makkah Region; Welcomes Pakistan–Saudi Cricket Cooperation

Jeddah, July 3, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz, the Acting Governor of the Makkah Region, in Jeddah to discuss matters of mutual interest and growing cooperation between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The meeting was attended by the Governor of Jeddah, Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, the Governor of Taif, Prince Saud bin Nahar bin Saud, and distinguished members of the Saudi Royal Family. During the meeting, the Acting Governor warmly welcomed the recently signed agreement between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Saudi Arabia Cricket Federation, describing it as an important milestone in strengthening sporting ties between the two brotherly countries.Prince Saud bin Mishal also appreciated ...

Pakistan Invites Chinese Investment to Accelerate Energy Sector Modernization and Strategic Cooperation

2Jul

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Pakistan Invites Chinese Investment to Accelerate Energy Sector Modernization and Strategic Cooperation

Islamabad, July 2, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with Mr. Hou Jianxin, Chairman of Shandong Xinxu Group Corporation of China, to explore new avenues of investment and long-term cooperation aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s energy sector. During the meeting, Mr. Hou Jianxin expressed Shandong Xinxu Group’s strong interest in investing across Pakistan’s energy value chain and proposed a strategic partnership focused on enhancing the country’s energy infrastructure and hydrocarbon production. He highlighted the company’s advanced expertise in upstream oil and gas operations, including field optimization, drilling services, and production enhancement, and conveyed its readiness to collaborate in increasing Pakistan’s oil and gas output. Th...

ISSI Seminar Highlights CPC’s 105-Year Legacy and Renewed Vision for Pakistan-China Strategic Cooperation

2Jul

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ISSI Seminar Highlights CPC’s 105-Year Legacy and Renewed Vision for Pakistan-China Strategic Cooperation

Islamabad, July 2, 2026(Kamran Raja): The China-Pakistan Study Centre (CPSC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with China Media Group (CMG), organized a commemorative seminar titled “CPC 105 Years: Achievements, Experiences, and the China-Pakistan Community with a Shared Future.” The event brought together senior government officials, diplomats, scholars, academics, media professionals, and students to reflect on the Communist Party of China’s (CPC) 105-year journey and its significance for Pakistan-China relations. In his welcome address, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman of the ISSI Board of Governors, described the CPC’s 105-year journey as a remarkable example of visionary leadership, institutional resilience, and long-term strategic planning. ...

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Sign Strategic MoU to Develop International Cricket Stadium in Jeddah

2Jul

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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Sign Strategic MoU to Develop International Cricket Stadium in Jeddah

Islamabad, July 2, 2026(News Desk): The Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the development of an international-standard cricket stadium in Jeddah.On this occasion Dr. Saif Nasser the Saudi Media Attache to Pakistan has said in public statement shared on the social media platform X , this landmark agreement as a significant step toward strengthening cricket cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.Under the MoU, the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation and the Pakistan Cricket Board will collaborate to promote the sport of cricket and advance cricket infrastructure in the Kingdom. The agreement includes the construction of a state-of-the-art international cricket stadium i...

ISSI-PAIDAR Commemorate Somalia’s Independence Day

1Jul

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ISSI-PAIDAR Commemorate Somalia’s Independence Day

Islamabad, July 01, 2026(Ghufran): The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), organized an event to commemorate Somalia’s Independence Day. The proceedings, began with the national anthems of Pakistan and Somalia. Speakers included Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman, BoG, ISSI; Ambassador Sheikhnur Mohamed Hassan, Ambassador of Somalia to Pakistan; Ambassador Aqsa Nawaz, Ambassador of Pakistan to Djibouti, accredited to Somalia, and Dr. Amina Khan Director CAMEA. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR. Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, highlighted the longstanding and friendly relations betwe...

Saudi Arabia Ranked Safest G20 Country in UN SDG Data, 97.7% of Residents Feel Safe Walking at Night

1Jul

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Saudi Arabia Ranked Safest G20 Country in UN SDG Data, 97.7% of Residents Feel Safe Walking at Night

Riyadh, June 29, 2026Kamran Raja): The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been ranked the safest country among the G20 nations, according to country-reported data published in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicators Database and compared with the 2025 Safety Index issued by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT). The latest findings revealed that 97.7 percent of the Kingdom's population feels safe walking alone at night in their residential neighborhoods, reflecting the high level of public safety and security maintained across the country. The achievement highlights the collective efforts of Saudi Arabia's government institutions and security agencies in preserving safety and stability throughout all regions and governorates of the Kingdom. It also reflects the ...

Saudi Arabia Ranked Safest G20 Nation as Advanced Security Measures Strengthen Public Confidence

1Jul

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Saudi Arabia Ranked Safest G20 Nation as Advanced Security Measures Strengthen Public Confidence

Riyadh, June 29, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its position as one of the world's safest countries, with security continuing to serve as a cornerstone of economic growth, tourism, entertainment, and an enhanced quality of life. According to data from the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Indicators Database, compared with the 2025 Safety Index, Saudi Arabia has been recognized as the safest country among the G20 nations. The findings show that 97.7 percent of the Kingdom's population feels safe walking alone at night in their neighborhoods, highlighting the country's high level of public security and social stability. The achievement reflects the Kingdom's comprehensive approach to maintaining law and order under its leadership, supported b...

Pakistan Armed Forces Neutralize Four Afghan Taliban Drones; Reaffirm Resolve to Defend National Sovereignty Under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq: ISPR

1Jul

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Pakistan Armed Forces Neutralize Four Afghan Taliban Drones; Reaffirm Resolve to Defend National Sovereignty Under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 1 July 2026(Kamran Raja): The Pakistan Armed Forces have successfully intercepted and neutralized four rudimentary drones launched by the Afghan Taliban regime across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border into Balochistan on 30 June 2026. The hostile aerial platforms, launched from territories under the control of the Afghan Taliban regime, were detected immediately by Pakistan's robust and integrated air defence network. Demonstrating exceptional operational readiness and professionalism, Pakistan's security forces employed sophisticated countermeasures to successfully neutralize all four incoming drones before they could pose any threat. Owing to the swift and effective response, the malicious attempt was completely thwarted. These provocative actions by the Afghan Taliban regime r...

Saudi Arabia Promotes Biotech Innovation at BIO Convention

30Jun

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Saudi Arabia Promotes Biotech Innovation at BIO Convention

San Diego, June 30, 2026(Kamran Raja): The King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), in collaboration with the U.S.-Saudi Business Council, hosted a high-level meeting of biotechnology leaders on the sidelines of the BIO International Convention in San Diego, United States, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s expanding biotechnology ecosystem and its growing role as a global hub for life sciences innovation.The event brought together leading researchers, industry executives, investors, and policymakers to explore opportunities for collaboration in biotechnology and healthcare innovation. It also promoted the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit (RGMBS 2026), which will be held in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Investment.Scheduled to take place in Riya...