Pakistan and Google Agreement: Promotion of Technology and Economic Improvement Amir Muhammad Khan For those who promote a negative image of Pakistan, this is indeed disappointing news: Google has officially established its first physical office in Islamabad, Pakistan. This is an important development for the country and strengthens the government’s objective of transforming Pakistan into a major technology hub capable of exporting technology services worth $30 billion annually by 2030. Despite all the challenges facing Pakistan, many of which are being created by political forces and their allies themselves, the…
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Jeddah Pakistani Community Celebrates Independence Day 2026
Immediate Medical Assistance for Injured Pakistanis and Facilitation for Their Return to Pakistan Consul General Syed Mustafa Rabbani Thanks Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jeddah Diary Amir Muhammad Khan Consul General of Pakistan in Jeddah, Syed Mustafa Rabbani, has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs team in Jeddah and Saudi Ambassador to Yemen Ahmed Al-Jabri for their assistance in bringing back injured Pakistani sailors following the Houthi attack on a Tanzanian-flagged vessel. He particularly appreciated their efforts in facilitating the safe arrival in Jeddah of…
Read MorePrisoner Medical Treatment Is a Human Right, Not a Political Tool
Treatment of a Prisoner Is a Human Right, Not a Political Tool By Amir Muhammad Khan The true character of any society is reflected in the way it treats its opponents, prisoners and vulnerable people. Anyone in prison—whether an ordinary citizen, a political activist or a former prime minister—has the right to medical treatment when he falls ill. Political differences are one matter, but human health and life must remain above political disputes. In Pakistan’s politics, it sometimes appears that political leaders going to prison has become almost a routine…
Read MoreThe World Calls It August 14; For Us, It Is a Day of Gratitude and Prostration
The World Calls It August 14; For Us, It Is a Day of Gratitude and Prostration Jeddah Diary — Amir Muhammad Khan Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations are playing an important role in Pakistan’s economic development, says Consul General Syed Mustafa Rabbani **Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia should project a positive image of their homeland through their character and conduct, says Farina Arshad** **Photo exhibition held at the Consulate to mark the 150th birth anniversary year of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah** The relationship between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan extends far beyond defence and…
Read MorePakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia: Three Powers, One Strategic Vision
Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia: Three Powers, Three Capabilities, One Strategic Vision By Amir Muhammad Khan Peace-loving nations welcome every initiative aimed at strengthening peace and stability. But whenever a development changes the strategic balance of a region, those who feel threatened by it often react with anxiety. This appears to be the case following the new defence cooperation agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. The agreement, reached after more than a year of consultations and discussions, represents an important development in the evolving strategic landscape of the Middle…
Read MoreSmart Zone Strikers Win Quaid-e-Azam Independence Cup 2026 in Jeddah
Smart Zone Strikers Win Quaid-e-Azam Independence Cup in Jeddah Eight teams compete in two-day tournament organized to mark Pakistan’s Independence Day JEDDAH — Amir Muhammad Khan Smart Zone Strikers won the **Quaid-e-Azam Independence Cup 2026** in Jeddah, defeating Karam Al-Balad by 37 runs in the final of the two-day cricket tournament organized as part of Pakistan’s Independence Day celebrations. The tournament was organized under the auspices of **Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood, President of the Pakistan Investors Forum Saudi Arabia**, and attracted a large number of cricket enthusiasts and members…
Read MoreNilofar Abbasi Honored at Dinner Reception in Jeddah
Veteran Pakistani Actress Nilofar Abbasi Honored at Reception in Jeddah Former renowned Pakistani television actress Nilofar Abbasi was honored at a dinner reception in Jeddah, where she praised the quality of Pakistani television dramas and reflected on the dedication of actors from her era. The reception was attended by members of the Pakistani community in Jeddah, along with Saudi intellectual Khaled Al-Maeena, broadcaster Samar Fatany, and Pakistan’s Deputy Consul General Fareena Arshad. Speaking at the event, Nilofar Abbasi said Pakistani dramas remain excellent, adding that actors of her generation focused…
Read MoreOur Kashmir Policy — Will It Ever Liberate Kashmir?
Our Kashmir Policy — Will It Ever Liberate Kashmir? Amir Muhammad Khan On the completion of five years since India’s illegal action of abolishing the special status of occupied Jammu and Kashmir, Kashmir Exploitation Day was observed in Pakistan and around the world. The fascist Modi government, in serious violation of United Nations resolutions and international laws, abolished the special status of occupied Kashmir on August 5, 2019, and imposed a military siege on the region. This day is observed as a Black Day. In addition, large rallies are being…
Read MorePakistan Investors Forum Saudi Arabia Boosts Investment Ties
Consul General of Pakistan in Jeddah, Syed Mustafa Rabbani , has emphasized that overseas Pakistani investors must strictly implement an effective investment strategy to help increase Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and strengthen the national economy. He assured investors that the Consulate General of Pakistan in Jeddah would provide every possible support and guidance, adding that the Consulate’s doors are always open to assist the Pakistani business community. He was addressing a ceremony organized by the **Pakistan Investors Forum Saudi Arabia (PIF)** in Jeddah. Speaking on the occasion, the Consul General…
Read MoreMerit and Education Inequality in Pakistan | Opinion
The Noise of Merit… or a Curtain for Inequality? Between 1990 and 1993, the late Ghulam Haider Wyne, a man widely remembered for his simplicity, served as the Chief Minister of Punjab. He had completed only matriculation. One day, a highly educated Pakistani—holding a Master’s degree or perhaps even a PhD—approached him seeking employment. The Chief Minister offered him a clerical position. The applicant protested, saying, “Sir, I have obtained higher education. Offering me a clerk’s job makes a mockery of merit.” Wyne reportedly smiled and replied, “Forget merit. I…
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