Pakistan expects to receive $2.9 billion in investments from five friendly countries this fiscal year. The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) identified the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Azerbaijan as key investors. These projections are part of Pakistan’s 2025-26 annual economic plan. The government aims to boost the economy and create jobs […]
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Pakistan, Kuwait sign key cooperation deal
Pakistan and Kuwait have agreed to strengthen cooperation in several important areas. These include trade, investment, energy, food security, and defense. The agreement came during a meeting held on the sidelines of the UN’s Two-State Solution Conference. Both countries also vowed to increase collaboration on global platforms like the United Nations and the Organisation of […]
9 Peshawar Zalmi stars set to shine for Kuwait cricket
In a major boost for talent development in Pakistan, nine cricketers selected through Peshawar Zalmi’s talent hunt trials will now represent Kuwait in international cricket, marking a significant milestone in the franchise’s grassroots efforts. The players — Abdul Rauf, Muhammad Haroon, Haroon Rasheed, Haseeb Khan, Jehanzeb Khan, Abdullah, Muhammad Salman, Saqib Khan, and Shuraim Ali […]
PIA cancels flights to Qatar, UAE, and more after Iran strikes
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has suspended its flights to several Gulf countries due to escalating regional tensions. A spokesperson for the airline confirmed the decision on Monday. The suspension affects all flights from Pakistan to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Dubai. The airline cited safety concerns as the reason for the temporary halt in operations. This […]
Trump monitors Iran’s missile strikes from white house situation room
As Iran launched missile attacks on U.S. military bases in Qatar, Iraq, Bahrain, and Kuwait late Monday night, U.S. President Donald Trump remained in the White House Situation Room with his national security team. According to the Telegraph, Trump proceeded with his scheduled security meeting at 1 p.m. U.S. time, amid growing regional turmoil. The […]
Kuwait lifts 19-year visa ban on Pakistanis
In a landmark decision, Kuwait has resumed issuing visas to Pakistani citizens nearly two decades after imposing a ban. The move ends a 19-year restriction and is seen as a major boost for Pakistan’s workforce and bilateral ties between the two countries. Pakistani nationals can now apply for work, family, visit, tourist, and commercial visas. […]
Kuwait shortens prayer time to save electricity amid high demand
Kuwait has introduced new mosque guidelines to cut electricity use due to rising power demand. The Ministry of Awqaf issued these changes after a request from the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. Now, mosques will hold daily prayers in outdoor courtyards instead of indoor halls. Air conditioning must be limited to 25°C, except […]
Kuwait extends oil credit facility for Pakistan by two years
Kuwait has decided to extend its oil credit facility for Pakistan by two years. This extension allows Pakistan State Oil (PSO) to continue benefiting from Kuwait’s support. The announcement highlights Kuwait’s commitment to assist Pakistan amid ongoing economic challenges. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Parvez Malik met with the Kuwaiti Ambassador in Islamabad. During […]
Pakistani among seven executed by Kuwait
Kuwait put seven people to death for murder on Wednesday, the public prosecutions service said, as the first executions since 2017 went ahead despite appeals from a prominent rights group. One Ethiopian woman and one Kuwaiti woman were among those hanged, along with three Kuwaiti men, a Syrian and a Pakistani, a statement said. The executions […]
Kuwait’s infamous tyre graveyard given environmental makeover
In a huge expanse of sand near a residential neighbourhood in Kuwait, 42 million tyres are set to be turned into floor tiles and other useful products. The old dumping site was an eyesore, as black rubber rings blighted the view. Not only unpleasant to look at, the smoke and noxious fumes from continual blazes […]