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Saudi Arabia announced on Thursday granting a financial support amounting to $8 billion to boost Pakistan’s economic stability. saudigazette.com.sa/article/660600…

وفقًا للتوجيهات الكريمة.. المملكة تقدم دعمًا ماليًا للاقتصاد الباكستاني بوديعة في البنك المركزي. spa.gov.sa/N2563408 #واس

#BREAKING: Saudi Arabia extends the term of its $5 billion deposit at Pakistan's central bank and announces an additional $3 billion deposit to support economic stability

@ZahidGishkori Well , if Iran wants to takeover Bahrain 🇧🇭 🙄.. it's not our problem. Anyways let's hope for ceasefire permanent deal between USA Iran... but still i don't think that will include Bahrain.

Bahrain bans entry of Pakistani nationals on its border with Saudi Arabia. No Pakistani can enter into Bahrain from Saudi side of the border now until he’s valid Bahrain visa or Bahrain residence card. Many Pakistanis, who lived in KSA, were sent back to Saudi Arabia from border last night, a Pakistani businessman told me. @bna_en @PakinBahrain @MoIB_Official @MOIofficialGoP @ManamaPress @BahrainCPnews @moi_bahrain @bahdiplomatic

In a resolute display of preparedness and precision strike capability, Pakistan Navy successfully conducted Live Weapon Firing of an indigenously developed Ship Launched Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile, accurately engaging its target at extended range with high speed. 1/2

Pakistan’s army chief arrived in Tehran on Wednesday to help mediate talks between the US and Iran after the two sides failed to clinch a peace agreement on the weekend. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

Jeddah: April 15, 2026. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrives in Jeddah for official visit to Saudi Arabia along with high-level delegation. Upon arrival in Jeddah, the Prime Minister and the Pakistani delegation were warmly welcomed at the airport by Prince Saud bin Mashaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia's Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Maliki, and Pakistani Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmed Farooq. The Prime Minister will hold a bilateral meeting with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Muhammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. The meeting will include discussions about the deepening of the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia partnership, as well as the wider situation in the region. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi, and the Prime Minister's Spokesperson for Foreign Media Mosharraf Zaidi are accompanying the Prime Minister.

اسلام آباد: 15 اپریل 2026. وزیرِ اعظم محمد شہباز شریف اعلی سطح وفد کے ہمراہ اپنے دورہءِ سعودی عرب پر جدہ پہنچ گئے ہیں. جدہ پہنچنے پر شہزادہ سعود بن مشعال بن عبدالعزیز نائب گورنر مکہ ریجن، سعودی عرب کے پاکستان میں سفیر نواف بن سعید المالکی اور سعودی عرب میں پاکستانی سفیر احمد فاروق نے وزیرِ اعظم و پاکستانی وفد کا ایئرپورٹ پر پُرتپاک استقبال کیا. جدہ میں وزیرِ اعظم کی سعودی ولی عہد و وزیرِ اعظم شہزادہ محمد بن سلمان بن عبدالعزیز آلسعود سے دو طرفہ ملاقات ہوگی. ملاقات میں پاکستان اور سعودی عرب کے مابین دو طرفہ تعلقات کے مزید فروغ اور خطے کی صورتحال پر تبادلہ خیال ہوگا. نائب وزیر اعظم و وزیر خارجہ سینیٹر محمد اسحاق ڈار، وزیر اطلاعات و نشریات عطا اللہ تارڑ، وزیر اعظم کے معاون خصوصی سید طارق فاطمی اور وزیرِ اعظم کے ترجمان برائے غیر ملکی میڈیا مشرف زیدی وزیرِ اعظم کے ہمراہ ہیں.

Pakistan cenbank opens formal banking to licensed virtual asset service providers reut.rs/4mBAcJE reut.rs/4mBAcJE

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Interbank closing #ExchangeRate for today sbp.org.pk/ecodata/rates/… #sbpexchangerate

🔊PR No.1️⃣0️⃣2️⃣/2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Curtain Raiser : Prime Minister’s Visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Türkiye (15–18 April 2026) 🔗⬇️ mofa.gov.pk/press-releases…

وزیرِ اعظم محمد شہباز شریف اعلی سطح وفد کے ہمراہ آج اپنے سرکاری دورہءِ سعودی عرب پر اسلام آباد سے جدہ روانہ ہونگے.

@Financegovpk Alhamdulillah

Saudi Arabia Announces USD 3 Billion Additional Support, Extends USD 5 Billion Deposit: Finance Minister Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has informed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has committed USD 3 billion in additional deposits, with disbursement expected in the coming week. He further stated that the existing USD 5 billion Saudi deposit would no longer remain subject to the earlier annual rollover arrangement and would instead be extended for a longer period. The Finance Minister made the annoucement while talking to members of the media in Washington, D.C., on the sidelines of the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026, and shared important details regarding Saudi financial support for Pakistan and the government’s external financing strategy. Senator Aurangzeb said this support comes at a critical time for Pakistan’s external financing needs and would help reinforce foreign exchange reserves and strengthen the country’s external account. He reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining reserves in line with its obligations to markets and under the IMF-supported programme, including the objective of achieving around USD 18 billion in reserves, equivalent to approximately 3.3 months of import cover, by the end of the fiscal year. The Finance Minister noted that Pakistan had successfully repaid its USD 1.4 billion Eurobond last week, describing it as a “non-event,” and reaffirmed that the government remained fully committed to meeting all upcoming external obligations and maturities on time. He emphasized that Pakistan’s external financing plan is clearly defined and being implemented in a responsible and disciplined manner. Referring to his engagements in Washington, Senator Aurangzeb said that he, along with the Governor, State Bank of Pakistan and Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, had held a detailed meeting with Saudi Finance Minister H.E. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan. He recalled that he had also met the Saudi Finance Minister in Islamabad the previous Friday, but noted that the government had deliberately refrained from commenting publicly in the absence of formal communication, despite media reports and speculation, as such matters required clarity and joint understanding before being shared. The Finance Minister expressed profound gratitude to the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, particularly His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Finance Minister H.E. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, and the Saudi Vice Finance Minister, for their continued support and close cooperation. He particularly appreciated the efforts made to bring the support package to fruition. Senator Aurangzeb also acknowledged the role of Pakistan’s political and economic leadership in securing and operationalizing the support. He thanked the Prime Minister of Pakistan, the Field Marshal, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, the Finance Secretary Mr. Imdad Ullah Bosal, and their respective teams for their contributions and coordination. The Finance Minister stated that, at this juncture, sentiment and confidence were critically important. He said Pakistan was receiving unprecedented appreciation from international financial institutions, the IMF, the World Bank, institutional investors, and counterparts he was meeting in Washington. He noted that the international community was particularly recognizing Pakistan’s recent diplomatic and facilitative role in helping enable dialogue between parties that had not held face-to-face discussions for decades. He said this international appreciation, coupled with Saudi Arabia’s timely financial support, provided Pakistan with important momentum and confidence going forward, both for the economy and for the external account, including its commercial dimensions. Senator Aurangzeb further noted that Pakistan was advancing its broader external financing agenda, including the recently announced Global Medium-Term Note (GMTN) programme and the planned inaugural Panda Bond issuance, as part of efforts to diversify funding sources and strengthen market access. The Finance Minister concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to macroeconomic stability, fulfillment of external obligations, reform continuity, and sustained engagement with bilateral and multilateral partners. He said a more detailed interaction with the media would take place at the conclusion of the visit.

@NickJFuentes India and Israel has nukes pointed at Pakistan and China but we’re supposed to hate them. 🤷

Pakistan has nukes pointed at India and Israel but we’re supposed to hate them?

Islamabad: 13 April 2026. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney this evening. During their warm and cordial conversation, the Canadian Prime Minister congratulated Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Pakistan’s peace efforts that culminated in the temporary ceasefire and led to the recently held talks between the United States and Iran, hosted by Pakistan. While appreciating Canada’s endorsement and support for Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, the Prime Minister highlighted that the US-Iran negotiations were an important step towards peace and assured that Pakistan would continue with its efforts to urge both parties to maintain the ceasefire and make meaningful progress towards de-escalation and regional peace and stability. The two leaders also exchanged views on Pakistan-Canada bilateral relations and expressed their desire to work together to enhance cooperation in agriculture, clean energy, mines and minerals as well as enhancing Canadian investments in Pakistan. The Prime Minister reiterated his invitation to the Canadian Prime Minister to undertake an official visit to Pakistan at his kind convenience. Both leaders agreed to maintain close coordination.

DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation today with the UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper @YvetteCooperMP. They exchanged views on the recently held direct U.S.-Iran negotiations at the Islamabad Talks, as well as broader regional developments. The UK Foreign Secretary appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting peace and stability in the region. DPM/FM underscored the need for all parties to fully respect and implement the ceasefire. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued commitment to advancing dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable means to address regional challenges and foster lasting peace. @FCDOGovUK #IslamabadTalks

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 held a telephone conversation today with the Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi. The two leaders exchanged views on the recently concluded Islamabad Talks and the direct U.S.–Iran negotiations. FM Wang Yi felicitated the DPM/FM on Pakistan’s dedicated efforts to promote peace and stability across the region. He reaffirmed the People’s Republic of China’s continued support for Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic role. DPM/FM reiterated Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to advancing dialogue and diplomacy as the preferred means to restore peace in the region. Emphasizing that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward, both leaders discussed the Pakistan–China Five-Point Peace Initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact.

@ehtishamulhaq87 Excellent PEMRA thank you

PEMRA issued a show cause notice to Geo News today about an airing report about the death of an Indian singer Asha Bhosle