April 16, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s economic stability during a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, the Prime Minister’s Office said.
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia on Middle East peace push
ISLAMABAD/RIYADH, April 15, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, launching a three-nation diplomatic tour aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East and strengthening regional cooperation.
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Saudi Arabia to provide $3 billion in additional deposits to Pakistan: Aurangzeb
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2026 – Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia has committed an additional $3 billion in deposits for Pakistan, a move expected to strengthen the country’s foreign exchange reserves and support external financing stability.
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PM Shehbaz unleashes crackdown on tax fraud and over-invoicing case
ISLAMABAD, April 15, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday ordered immediate legal action against individuals involved in illegal over-invoicing practices, directing authorities to strengthen enforcement and accountability within Pakistan’s tax and financial monitoring system.
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Pakistan seeks new financing options as UAE declines debt rollover
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan is exploring alternative financing avenues after the United Arab Emirates declined to roll over a $3 billion loan for the first time in seven years, increasing pressure on the country’s external accounts amid rising global oil prices.
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Government decides daily electricity load-shedding for 2.25 hours
ISLAMABAD, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan’s government has decided to suspend electricity supply for around 2.25 hours daily during peak demand hours from 5:00 pm to 1:00 am, in a move aimed at reducing reliance on expensive fuels and preventing a sharp rise in power tariffs, officials said on Tuesday.
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No petroleum shortage risk, says PM Shehbaz after key review meeting
ISLAMABAD, April 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to review Pakistan’s petroleum product reserves amid heightened regional tensions, directing authorities to maintain strict monitoring of oil consumption and supply levels.
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PM Shehbaz reveals behind-the-scenes role in Iran-US talks
ISLAMABAD, April 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that Pakistan made extensive efforts to help resolve tensions between the United States and Iran, highlighting Islamabad’s role in facilitating dialogue and securing a temporary ceasefire.
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KSE-100 index plunges nearly 4% as Iran-US talks collapse
KARACHI, April 13, 2026 – Pakistan stocks tumbled sharply on Monday, with the benchmark KSE-100 index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (KSE-100 Index) falling nearly 4% after high-stakes Iran–United States peace talks ended without agreement in Islamabad.
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Oil surges past $100 as US-Iran tensions escalate after failed talks
Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel on Sunday after diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran broke down, raising fears of a major disruption to global energy supplies.
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