PAKISTAN: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) is expected to visit Pakistan in November 2025, marking what could be the first royal visit in nearly twenty years. The trip is anticipated to signal a significant step forward in Saudi-Pakistani relations, particularly following the signing of their new mutual defense pact.
According to diplomatic sources, the Crown Prince will be accompanied by a major business delegation representing diverse sectors such as energy, infrastructure, technology, and defense manufacturing. This high-powered entourage underscores Riyadh’s intention to explore fresh avenues of investment and strengthen economic ties with Islamabad.
The visit is widely expected to coincide with the unveiling of a series of defense and investment agreements. These deals are likely to include expanded cooperation in military training, joint production projects, and large-scale energy initiatives that could enhance Pakistan’s economic resilience and Saudi Arabia’s regional influence.
Observers note that MBS’s trip reflects a broader Saudi strategy to deepen alliances across Asia, aligning economic partnerships with security cooperation. For Pakistan, the royal visit represents both a diplomatic endorsement and a potential windfall of capital inflows and strategic support at a pivotal time for its economy.
