Category: NATIONAL
PM Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Perform Umrah on Saudi Crown Prince’s Invitation
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, along with their delegation, performed Umrah on the night between Thursday and Friday during their visit to Saudi Arabia at the special invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The door of the Kaaba was specially opened for the Pakistani delegation. The
: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Two-Day Visit to Saudi Arabia
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif attended a special luncheon hosted by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud at the royal court as the guest of honor. The Crown Prince personally welcomed the Prime Minister and drove him to the luncheon. The event featured informal talks between the two
PM Shehbaz Sharif Meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Makkah
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a key meeting with His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, in Makkah al-Mukarramah. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties, regional cooperation, and economic partnerships. The meeting highlights Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to deepen relations with Saudi Arabia and enhance
Pilgrims Perform ‘Stoning of the Devil’ Ritual at Hajj
Muslim pilgrims in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, took part in the symbolic ‘stoning of the devil’ ritual, a key rite of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The ritual involves hurling pebbles at three stone pillars, representing the rejection of evil. Hajj is one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, drawing millions of Muslims from around the globe
PM Shehbaz Sharif Addresses US Independence Day Ceremony
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif spoke at a ceremony commemorating the 249th anniversary of the United States’ Independence Day. The event, attended by officials from the US Embassy and Pakistani government, highlighted the strong diplomatic ties between Pakistan and the United States. Sharif emphasized the importance of continued cooperation and partnership between the two nations
Muslims Gather in Arafat to Begin Hajj Pilgrimage
Thousands of Muslims have arrived in Arafat near Mecca, Saudi Arabia, marking the start of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Known as one of the largest mass gatherings worldwide, the event draws millions of worshippers each year. Pilgrims perform essential rites seeking spiritual renewal, unity, and forgiveness during this sacred journey. Saudi authorities have implemented strict
Belarus Defence Minister Meets Pakistan’s Prime Minister in Islamabad
Lt. General Victor Khrenin, Defence Minister of Belarus, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties, discussing defense cooperation, and exploring opportunities for collaboration between Belarus and Pakistan in strategic and security matters.
Pakistan, Syria Reaffirm Ties in High-Level Meeting in Damascus
A Pakistani delegation led by Additional Foreign Secretary (Middle East), Ambassador Shehryar Akbar Khan, met Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani in Damascus today. Both sides discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and reaffirmed their longstanding friendly ties. Ambassador Khan reiterated Pakistan’s support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, expressing readiness to deepen engagement at bilateral and multilateral
Pakistani Delegation Engages UN Members, Rejects Indian Allegations
Led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Pakistan’s delegation met with representatives from China, Russia, and other UN member states, presenting Pakistan’s stance and rejecting India’s baseless allegations. In a meeting with China’s envoy Fu Cong, Bilawal thanked China for its support and highlighted Pakistan’s responsible response to recent Indian aggression. He stressed the need for resolving
SPARC Urges Higher Tobacco Taxes to Protect Youth on World No Tobacco Day
ISLAMABAD, May 31, 2025 — Marking World No Tobacco Day, SPARC and Youth Advocates Against Tobacco (YAAT) called for a significant increase in tobacco taxes to curb youth smoking in Pakistan. The event featured performances and creative messages from young advocates condemning the tobacco industry’s targeting of youth. SPARC’s Dr. Khalil Ahmad Dogar proposed a