Pakistan and UAE officials met to boost economic ties, fiscal reforms, and digital cooperation, reaffirming support for Pakistan’s economic stability.

Saudi IT Minister Alswaha met global leaders in Switzerland to boost AI, digital economy, IP protection, and innovation partnerships under Vision 2030.

Trial operations began at the Middle East’s largest RO membrane plant in Dammam, boosting Saudi water tech localization and Vision 2030 industrial goals.

Saudi Arabia ranks 1st globally in road connectivity, with major safety upgrades and AI tech boosting infrastructure quality under Vision 2030 transport goals.

KSrelief delivered medical, food, shelter, and housing aid across Yemen, Pakistan, Sudan, Somalia, and Syria, supporting over 32,000 people in June–July 2025.

Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has raised serious concerns over China’s construction of a massive hydropower dam near the Indian border, warning it could become a “ticking water bomb” with potentially catastrophic consequences for the region.

A twin-seater Jaguar trainer jet belonging to the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Rajasthan's Churu district on Wednesday afternoon, marking the third such incident involving the Jaguar fleet in 2025.

India and Brazil have announced a comprehensive strategic roadmap aimed at significantly enhancing bilateral relations over the next ten years. The plan, grounded on five key pillars—defence and security, food and nutritional security, energy transition and climate cooperation, digital transformation, and industrial collaboration in strategic sectors—was formalised during a meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brasilia on Tuesday.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Islamabad, during which Pakistan expressed its interest in benefiting from Türkiye’s defence expertise.

A fast-moving wildfire, fueled by strong summer winds and dry conditions, swept into the outskirts of Marseille this week, grounding all flights and throwing much of the city into disarray.

Arab League chief urged unified global action against rising Islamophobia, calling for a UN envoy and coordinated efforts to tackle its root causes effectively.

Saudi Exchange launched Saudi Depositary Receipts (SDRs), allowing local investors to trade global shares in riyals, boosting market access and diversification.

Saudi HRSD to classify work permits by skill level starting July, aiming to boost talent quality, workforce efficiency, and align with labor market goals.

A 24/7 kiosk at Lahore Airport now issues instant International Driving Permits for outbound travellers, easing last-minute documentation for expats.

UAE employees may start a business with employer NOC. If in same field, non-compete clauses may apply unless exemptions under UAE law are met.

KAFD Skywalks set a Guinness World Record as the world’s longest pedestrian skyway at 15.46 km, linking 95 buildings via 42 climate-controlled walkways.

Armenia now offers visa-free entry to GCC citizens and residents for 90-day stays, starting July 1, 2025, to boost tourism and regional travel ties.

Expo 2030 Riyadh Company issued its first construction tender to build site offices, marking a major milestone in the $64B project set to create 171K jobs.

The death toll from the devastating July Fourth flash floods in central Texas has surged to at least 109, with many victims identified as children, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Rescue efforts continue as more than 180 people remain missing across the affected region.

SAMA launched a new e-commerce payments interface, enabling secure integration with “mada” and global networks to boost Saudi Arabia’s digital economy.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with U.S. President Donald Trump twice in Washington this week, with the release of hostages held in Gaza and the ongoing war with Hamas taking center stage. Netanyahu emphasized his government’s continued commitment to defeating Hamas militarily and politically, saying efforts to dismantle the group’s capabilities remain a top priority.

Abu Dhabi Police won 97 medals — 44 gold, 25 silver, 28 bronze — at the 2025 World Police and Firefighter Games, excelling across multiple sports.

UAE’s ICP denied reports of lifetime Golden Visas for select nationalities, warning against false claims and urging use of official channels only.

The number of people killed by armed groups in Nigeria during the first half of 2025 has surpassed the total death toll recorded for all of 2024, the country’s human rights commission reported on Tuesday.

Former Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, has categorically ruled out any future negotiations, declaring that the time for dialogue has passed. In a strong statement issued via his official account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Khan announced that the movement for Pakistan’s "real freedom" will now take place exclusively through street protests.

Riyadh’s Heritage Commission and the University of Exeter will jointly survey and excavate the historic Hajj route, boosting heritage preservation and Vision 2030 goals.

Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its role as a global industrial hub at INNOPROM 2025, highlighting Vision 2030, strategic assets, and investor incentives.

Saudi Crown Prince met Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi to boost ties, support diplomacy, and discuss the Iran-Israel ceasefire’s role in regional stability.

Saudi Arabia, via SAIP, joins WIPO’s 66th General Assembly, highlighting key IP reforms, backing Arabic inclusion, and advancing global IP cooperation efforts.

KSrelief aided 2,153 families in Rif Dimashq and held talks with Syrian officials in Riyadh to boost cooperation on humanitarian relief efforts.