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Pakistan, China Reaffirm Strong Partnership; Explore Enhanced Cooperation in Energy and Mineral Sectors
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Pakistan, China Reaffirm Strong Partnership; Explore Enhanced Cooperation in Energy and Mineral Sectors

Islamabad, November 19, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, and H.E. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, reaffirmed the unwavering strength of the Pakistan-China partnership during a meeting held at the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad. The two sides discussed avenues to deepen cooperation in the energy and mineral sectors, emphasizing mutual support, economic collaboration, and a shared vision for regional stability and prosperity.Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik extended a formal invitation to China for participation in the Pakistan Mineral Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026. Highlighting the mining sector as a national priority, he noted that it offers significant opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation.Ambassa...
Saudi Arabia Delivers First Shipment of Crude Oil Grant to Support Syria’s Energy Sector
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Saudi Arabia Delivers First Shipment of Crude Oil Grant to Support Syria’s Energy Sector

Riyadh, November 17, 2025(Kamran Raja): The first shipment of Saudi Arabia’s grant to the Syrian energy sector arrived yesterday at the port of Banias, carrying approximately 650,000 barrels of Saudi crude oil. The delivery marks the initial installment of the 1.65 million-barrel crude oil grant provided by the Kingdom to support Syria’s energy infrastructure.The shipment was dispatched following the directives of the Saudi leadership, reaffirming the Kingdom’s commitment to supporting the Syrian Arab Republic and strengthening bilateral cooperation.The grant agreement was signed on September 11 between Saudi Arabia, represented by the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), and Syria, represented by the Ministry of Energy. Implemented and supervised by the Saudi Ministry of Energy, the ...
Chinese Ambassador Calls on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi
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Chinese Ambassador Calls on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

Islamabad, 17 November 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jian Zedong. During the meeting, Pakistan-China bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest were discussed. Ambassador Jian Zedong condemned the suicide attack near the Islamabad District Courts and expressed his condolences over the tragic loss of human lives. The Ambassador said that the spokesperson of China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs had also condemned this unfortunate incident. ‎ ‎Both sides agreed to further strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism and security. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that Pakistan-China relations are based on mutual trust and respect. He added that China is a trusted friend of Pakistan, which has stood by the country...
CGS Pakistan Army Lt Gen Syed Aamer Raza Calls on Saudi Chief of General Staff Gen Fayyadh Al-Rowaily in Riyadh: ISPR
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CGS Pakistan Army Lt Gen Syed Aamer Raza Calls on Saudi Chief of General Staff Gen Fayyadh Al-Rowaily in Riyadh: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 14 November, 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Syed Aamer Raza, Chief of General Staff (CGS) Pakistan Army, called on *General Fayyadh Bin Hameed Al-Rowaily, Chief of General Staff, Royal Saudi Armed Forces, at Riyadh.During the meeting, matters of mutual strategic interest were discussed, with a special focus on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, enhancing interoperability and advancing collaboration under the *Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement* (SMDA).Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening the long-standing fraternal ties between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, contributing towards regional peace, stability and self-reliance.A Special Meeting of the *Pakistan-KSA Bilateral Defence Industrial Forum* was also held in Riy...
His Majesty King Abdullah II, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan’s visit to Pakistan*
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His Majesty King Abdullah II, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan’s visit to Pakistan*

Islamabad, November 14,2025(News Desk): At the invitation of Mr Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan, His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, will undertake a State Visit to Pakistan on 15–16 November 2025. This high-level visit reflects the longstanding, fraternal relations between Pakistang and Jordan. It will serve to further strengthen the strategic direction of Pakistan–Jordan relations and place them on a higher trajectory, encompassing a comprehensive and broad-based partnership in the political, economic, and cultural spheres.During his visit, His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein will hold important meetings with the President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan. The full range of bilateral relations between the...
Four TTP/Fitna al-Khawarij Militants Arrested in Joint IB–CTD Operation Over Islamabad Judicial Complex Attack
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Four TTP/Fitna al-Khawarij Militants Arrested in Joint IB–CTD Operation Over Islamabad Judicial Complex Attack

Islamabad, 14 November 2025(Kamran Raja): In a joint operation conducted by Intelligence Bureau Division and CTD, four members of the TTP/Fitna al-Khawarij terrorist cell involved in the suicide attack at the Judicial Complex G-11, Islamabad, have been apprehended. During interrogation, Sajidullah alias Sheena, the handler of the suicide bomber, confessed that TTP/FAK (Fitna al-Khawarij) Commander Saeed-ur-Rehman alias Daadullah (resident of Charmang, Bajaur, currently in Afghanistan, and serving as TTP’s Intelligence Chief for Nawagai, Bajaur) contacted him through the Telegram application to carry out a suicide attack in Islamabad to cause maximum casualties of LEAs. Daadullah sent pictures of the suicide bomber (SB) Usman alias Qari to Sajidullah alias Sheena for receiving him. SB Usman...
Minister of Defence of Tajikistan, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff: ISPR
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Minister of Defence of Tajikistan, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 13 November, 2025(Kamran Raja): Colonel General Sobirzoda Emomali Abdulrahim, Minister of Defence of Tajikistan, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at General Headquarters (GHQ). During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security, and bilateral defence cooperation were discussed. Both sides expressed their resolve to enhance the existing military-to-military collaboration, particularly in the areas of training, counter-terrorism, and regional security.The visiting dignitary appreciated the professionalism of the Pakistan Army and acknowledged its role in promoting regional stability and peace. The COAS, while emphasizing the importance of collective efforts for regional stability and prosperity, reaffirmed Pakista...
Saudi Data and AI Authority to Host Fourth Global AI Summit in Riyadh in September 2026
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Saudi Data and AI Authority to Host Fourth Global AI Summit in Riyadh in September 2026

Riyadh, November 13, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) announced that it will host the fourth edition of the Global AI Summit in Riyadh from September 15 to 17, 2026, under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the SDAIA Board of Directors.The summit will bring together a high-profile international delegation of government leaders, decision-makers, CEOs of leading technology companies, experts, innovators, and researchers in the fields of data and artificial intelligence from around the world.SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi expressed gratitude for HRH the Crown Prince’s patronage, emphasizing that it reflects the continuous support for SDAIA’s efforts, which ...
Courtesy Call on the PM by the High Commissioner of Canada
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Courtesy Call on the PM by the High Commissioner of Canada

ISLAMABAD: 12 November 2025(Kamran Raja): Amb. Tarik Ali Khan, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House this morning. SAPM Tariq Fatemi and Foreign Secretary were also present. The Prime Minister felicitated the High Commissioner on his appointment and expressed confidence that his tenure would further strengthen the long-standing and friendly relations between Pakistan and Canada. He conveyed his warm regards and greetings for the Canadian leadership and said that he looked forward to working with them to build stronger ties between the two countries.The Prime Minister highlighted mines and minerals as an important area of mutual interest, and said that Barrick Gold’s role in the Reko Diq project would be t...
Minister of Hajj and Umrah Holds Semiannual Meeting with Heads of Hajj Offices to Review Preparations for 1447 AH Hajj Season
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Minister of Hajj and Umrah Holds Semiannual Meeting with Heads of Hajj Offices to Review Preparations for 1447 AH Hajj Season

Jeddah, November 10, 2025(Kamran Raja): Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, held yesterday the semiannual meeting with heads of Hajj offices on the sidelines of the fifth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition. The meeting brought together more than 100 ministers, grand muftis, and heads of Hajj offices from Islamic countries to review preparations for the 1447 AH Hajj season and discuss updates to organizational and operational procedures for serving pilgrims.At the outset, Dr. Al-Rabiah expressed appreciation to the Hajj offices for their efforts and cooperation in ensuring the success of the previous Hajj season, commending those who had already finalized their contracts early this year. He urged the remaining offices to complete their contracting procedures by ...