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Arab News
07-08-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi envoy, Balochistan governor discuss mobility, investment, regional ties
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki has acknowledged efforts by the governor of Balochistan to facilitate direct travel from Quetta to the Kingdom following a meeting between the two officials to discuss mobility, investments and regional ties, the governor's office said on Thursday. The envoy's meeting with Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, held in Islamabad, reflects a broader trend of Saudi engagement beyond Pakistan's federal capital, with Balochistan, a resource-rich but underdeveloped province increasingly seen as strategically important in regional trade and energy corridors. Both sides discussed 'cordial relations between the two brotherly Islamic countries… regional economic and political developments and matters of mutual interest,' the statement from Mandokhail's office said. 'Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki appreciated Governor Mandokhail's personal efforts in facilitating direct travel from Quetta to Saudi Arabia for the people of Balochistan,' the governor's office said in a statement. While the statement did not elaborate on timelines or agreements regarding direct travel between Quetta and Saudi Arabia, the ambassador's reported remarks signal interest in easing mobility for religious pilgrims, workers and business travelers from the province, many of whom currently travel via Karachi or Islamabad. The meeting also underscores growing recognition of Balochistan's role in Pakistan's future economic landscape, as well as Saudi Arabia's intent to broaden the scope of its bilateral engagement beyond federal corridors of power. Mandokhail, for his part, reaffirmed the strength of bilateral ties. 'History bears witness to Saudi Arabia's special support for Pakistan during every difficult time,' he said, according to the statement. Saudi Arabia remains one of Pakistan's closest diplomatic and economic partners. In recent months, the Kingdom has reaffirmed its intention to invest in large-scale infrastructure, mining, and agricultural projects across Pakistan, including in Balochistan. Saudi financial assistance has also been critical to Pakistan's macroeconomic stability, particularly during periods of external financing stress.
Express Tribune
11-03-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Mandokhail calls for women's equal participation
Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail on Tuesday emphasised the importance of equal representation and participation of women in all sectors. Jaffar Khan expressed these views during a seminar held to mark International Women's Day. The event was organized by the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF). The governor highlighted that empowering women economically was essential for the empowerment of society. He stressed for the vision to create a society where every woman can live with dignity, respect and equal rights. He further emphasised that women played a crucial role in agriculture and livestock and contribute significantly to household management. "Despite their capabilities and hard work, women in Balochistan face significant barriers due to a lack of basic facilities and opportunities," said the governor. He underscored the vital role of women in society, calling them the backbone of the community. Ensuring their rights and creating opportunities for them is a national responsibility, he said. The governor commended the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund and other related organizations for successfully organizing a program centered around women's empowerment. He urged for collective efforts to accelerate economic growth and social transformation in the country and province.
