--- title: "Pakistan and Kuwait strengthen defence and economic ties after 2023 pact ratification" description: "Most outlets highlighted Pakistan's welcome of Kuwait's ratification of the 2023 Defence Cooperation Agreement, noting it as a milestone in bilateral defence relations. Several also mentioned the broader agreement to expand economic cooperation in sectors like trade, investment, and energy. One outlet framed the development in the context of the ongoing Gulf conflict, while others focused more on institutional and regional peace efforts. The Nation was the only outlet to explicitly reference the Gulf conflict in its framing." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/280-kuwaiti-foreign-minister-s-official-visit-to-pakistan site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Pakistan and Kuwait strengthen defence and economic ties after 2023 pact ratification pakistan · latest filing 31 Jul 2026, 6:12 AM PKT · 27–31 Jul 2026 · 60 articles from 13 outlets over 5 developments **HarZaviya summary** — how 13 outlets covered this, generated automatically from their headlines and excerpts: > Most outlets reported the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister’s official visit to Pakistan, noting the dates and the invitation from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. A few also mentioned the focus on regional developments and strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in defense and economic cooperation. Some emphasized the context of regional tensions, such as recent hostilities involving Iran and Gulf states, while others highlighted the reaffirmation of Pakistan-Kuwait solidarity and cooperation in sectors like trade, energy, and IT. The Express Tribune and Pakistan Observer specifically linked the visit to recent regional hostilities and defense agreements, while others like The Nation and Business Recorder focused more on the diplomatic and economic aspects. ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 31 Jul 2026 — Defence pact ratification (1 outlet) - **Pakistan Observer** — [Defence pact ratification](https://pakobserver.net/defence-pact-ratification/) · 31 Jul 2026, 6:12 AM PKT >   PAKISTAN has welcomed Kuwait’s ratification of Pakistan-Kuwait Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed in June 2023. The agreement provides a comprehensive… ### 30 Jul 2026 — Pakistan and Kuwait strengthen defence and economic ties after 2023 pact ratification (3 outlets) > Most outlets highlighted Pakistan's welcome of Kuwait's ratification of the 2023 Defence Cooperation Agreement, noting it as a milestone in bilateral defence relations. Several also mentioned the broader agreement to expand economic cooperation in sectors like trade, investment, and energy. One outlet framed the development in the context of the ongoing Gulf conflict, while others focused more on institutional and regional peace efforts. The Nation was the only outlet to explicitly reference the Gulf conflict in its framing. - **The Nation** — [Pakistan, Kuwait vow to deepen defence ties amid ongoing conflict in Gulf](https://www.nation.com.pk/30-Jul-2026/pakistan-kuwait-vow-deepen-defence-ties-amid-ongoing-conflict-gulf) · 30 Jul 2026, 9:10 AM PKT > Islamabad welcomes Kuwait’s recent ratification of 2023 pact to enhance defence cooperation Dar, Kuwaiti FM discuss regional, international developments In meeting with Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, PM Shehbaz condemns attacks on Kuwait. - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan, Kuwait agree to expand economic ties](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432461/pakistan-kuwait-agree-to-expand-economic-ties) · 30 Jul 2026, 7:20 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait on Wednesday agreed to broaden cooperation in defence, trade, investment, energy, labour and other vital sectors, while reinforcing institutional linkages through sustained and regular high-level engagement. The understanding was reached during wide-ranging talks between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and visiting Kuwaiti Foreign Minister She... - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan welcomes Kuwait’s ratification of 2023 defence accord](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1530631/pakistan-welcomes-kuwaits-ratification-of-2023-defence-accord/) · 30 Jul 2026, 5:05 AM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed Kuwait’s ratification of the Pakistan-Kuwait Defence Cooperation Agreement, signed in June 2023, terming it another important milestone in the longstanding defence partnership between the two brotherly countries. In a statement, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Tahir Andrabi said the development reflected the shared resolve of both sides... ### 29 Jul 2026 — Kuwaiti Foreign Minister visits Pakistan to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation (12 outlets) > Most outlets led with the visit of Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah to Pakistan and highlighted discussions on bilateral ties and regional security. Several emphasized the ratification of a 2023 defense cooperation agreement and plans to expand cooperation in defense, trade, energy, and investment. Some also noted meetings with the Chief of Army Staff and the Prime Minister, focusing on strengthening strategic and economic partnerships. A few outlets briefly mentioned the broader context of regional tensions and the ongoing situation in the Middle East, but did not frame it as a central focus of all reports. - **The Express Tribune** — [Pakistan, Kuwait forge defence partnership](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2621055/pakistan-kuwait-forge-defence-partnership) · 30 Jul 2026, 2:46 AM PKT > FO says accord institutionalised cooperation Hails it as another important milestone in ties Kuwaiti FM commends - **BOL News** — [Kuwait’s FM meets Field Marshal Munir to discuss regional security](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/kuwaits-fm-meets-field-marshal-munir-to-discuss-regional-security/) · 29 Jul 2026, 11:53 PM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also held meeting with Kuwait's Foreign Minister. The post Kuwait’s FM meets Field Marshal Munir to discuss regional security appeared first on BOL News. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan, Kuwait strengthen bilateral cooperation ties](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1530371/pakistan-kuwait-strengthen-bilateral-cooperation-ties/) · 29 Jul 2026, 11:30 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Kuwait have agreed to strengthen cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, energy, investment, defence, and technology. The agreement was reached during delegation-level talks in Islamabad. The discussions focused on expanding bilateral relations and addressing regional developments. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar co-chaired talks with Kuwaiti Fore... - **Dunya News** — [Pakistan welcomes Kuwait's ratification of defence cooperation agreement](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/965302-pakistan-welcomes-kuwaits-ratification-of-defence-cooperation-agreeme) · 29 Jul 2026, 10:30 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Agreement to expand military training, joint exercises and institutional collaboration between both countries - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan welcomes Kuwait's ratification of 2023 defence cooperation agreement](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432396/pakistan-welcomes-kuwaits-ratification-of-2023-defence-cooperation-agreement) · 29 Jul 2026, 10:20 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed Kuwait’s ratification of the Pakistan-Kuwait Defence Cooperation Agreement signed in 2023, describing it as a significant milestone that would further strengthen the longstanding defence partnership between the two countries. In a statement issued in response to media queries, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said the ratification reflected the shared res... - **Samaa** — [Pakistan welcomes Kuwait's defence cooperation pact ratification](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354385-pakistan-welcomes-kuwait-s-defence-cooperation-pact-ratification) · 29 Jul 2026, 10:16 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) spokesperson said the agreement would serve as an important milestone in further strengthening the long-standing defence ties between the two brotherly countries. - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan, Kuwait agree to deepen cooperation as defence pact ratified](https://www.24newshd.tv/29-Jul-2026/pakistan-kuwait-agree-deepen-cooperation-defence-pact-ratified) · 29 Jul 2026, 10:04 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Kuwait have agreed to strengthen bilateral relations by expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, defence and other key sectors, while reaffirming their commitment to enhancing their longstanding strategic partnership, according to the Foreign Office. - **Dawn** — [Pakistan welcomes Kuwait's recent ratification of 2023 pact to expand defence cooperation](https://www.dawn.com/news/2019274/pakistan-welcomes-kuwaits-recent-ratification-of-2023-pact-to-expand-defence-cooperation) · 29 Jul 2026, 8:34 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has welcomed Kuwait’s ratification of a 2023 defence cooperation agreement between the two countries, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Wednesday. In a statement responding to media queries, FO spokesperson Dr Tahir Andrabi said the agreement marked “another important milestone in the longstanding defence partnership between the two brotherly countries, dating back to the early 1980s”. M... - **The Nation** — [PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s solidarity with Kuwait, reiterates invitation to Kuwaiti Crown Prince](https://www.nation.com.pk/29-Jul-2026/pm-shehbaz-reaffirms-pakistan-s-solidarity-kuwait-reiterates-invitation-kuwaiti-crown-prince) · 29 Jul 2026, 7:59 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s full solidarity with Kuwait and strongly condemned recent attacks on Kuwait and other Gulf countries amid the ongoing regional conflict. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Field Marshal, Kuwaiti FM pledge deeper defence cooperation](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330465653/field-marshal-kuwaiti-fm-pledge-deeper-defence-cooperation) · 29 Jul 2026, 7:48 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing coordination on regional security during a meeting at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the visiting Kuwaiti foreign minister, accompanied... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Defence, Regional Security talks in focus as Kuwait FM calls on Field Marshal Asim Munir](https://pakobserver.net/defence-regional-security-talks-in-focus-as-kuwait-fm-calls-on-field-marshal-asim-munir/) · 29 Jul 2026, 7:09 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI – Pakistan and Kuwait reaffirmed their commitment to expand strategic cooperation after Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Jarrah… - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan, Kuwait to hold talks on regional security, bilateral ties today](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2652665/pakistan) · 29 Jul 2026, 11:07 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait are due to hold talks in Islamabad today, Wednesday, on bilateral ties and regional security, days after Kuwait ratified a five-year defense cooperation agreement that significantly expands military collaboration between the two countries. The meeting comes as Islamabad and Kuwait City seek to deepen their strategic partnership through closer defense cooperation a... ### 28 Jul 2026 — Kuwaiti Foreign Minister visits Pakistan for bilateral and regional talks (9 outlets) > Most outlets reported the arrival of Kuwait’s Foreign Minister in Pakistan for official talks, with a focus on strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation. A few also noted the context of a defense agreement or new phase in ties, while others highlighted regional peace or economic collaboration as part of the agenda. The visit was generally framed as a diplomatic engagement, with some outlets emphasizing the longstanding relationship between the two countries. - **Daily Times** — [Kuwaiti FM lands in Islamabad with regional peace on agenda](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1530069/kuwaiti-fm-lands-in-islamabad-with-regional-peace-on-agenda/) · 29 Jul 2026, 4:23 AM PKT > Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah on Tuesday arrived here on an official visit at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Upon arrival at Islamabad International Airport, the dignitary was received by Additional Secretary (Middle East), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, […] - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan, Kuwait agree to deepen economic, defense cooperation after ministerial talks](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2652691/pakistan) · 29 Jul 2026, 4:07 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Kuwait agreed on Wednesday to deepen cooperation across trade, investment, energy, labor, defense and other sectors while strengthening institutional ties through regular high-level exchanges, the foreign office said. The statement follows delegation-level talks between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber ... - **Dunya News** — [Kuwaiti FM arrives in Islamabad on official visit for bilateral talks](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/965136-kuwaiti-fm-arrives-in-islamabad-on-official-visit-for-bilateral-talks) · 29 Jul 2026, 12:25 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > The visit reflects the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Kuwait, anchored in shared history, mutual trust and close cooperation. - **24 News HD** — [Kuwaiti FM arrives in Islamabad for talks on bilateral, regional cooperation](https://www.24newshd.tv/28-Jul-2026/kuwaiti-fm-arrives-islamabad-talks-bilateral-regional-cooperation) · 28 Jul 2026, 10:27 PM PKT · 92% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday on an official visit on the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Kuwait FM lands in Islamabad as Defence pact with Pakistan pushes ties into New Phase](https://pakobserver.net/kuwait-fm-lands-in-islamabad-as-defence-pact-with-pakistan-pushes-ties-into-new-phase/) · 28 Jul 2026, 10:19 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Kuwait are set to hold high-level diplomatic discussions as Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad… - **The Express Tribune** — [Kuwait's foreign minister arrives in Pakistan for bilateral talks](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2620798/kuwaits-foreign-minister-arrives-in-pakistan-for-bilateral-talks) · 28 Jul 2026, 6:47 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Set to discuss bilateral ties and exchange views on regional and international issues - **ARY News (English)** — [Kuwait foreign minister to visit Pakistan amid defence agreement talks](https://arynews.tv/kuwait-foreign-minister-pakistan-visit) · 28 Jul 2026, 1:06 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing - **The Nation** — [Kuwaiti foreign minister to visit Pakistan today](https://www.nation.com.pk/28-Jul-2026/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-visit-pakistan-today) · 28 Jul 2026, 11:34 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will visit Pakistan from July 28 to 29 at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office said on Monday. - **BOL News** — [Kuwaiti Foreign Minister arrives in Pakistan for official visit](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-arrives-in-pakistan-for-official-visit/) · 28 Jul 2026, 10:06 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Talks with Ishaq Dar to cover regional and international issues. The post Kuwaiti Foreign Minister arrives in Pakistan for official visit appeared first on BOL News. ### 27 Jul 2026 — Kuwaiti Foreign Minister to Visit Pakistan for Bilateral Talks (8 outlets) > Most outlets reported the Kuwaiti Foreign Minister's visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29, noting it was at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. The Express Tribune added context that the visit comes amid recent hostilities involving Iran and GCC states, while other outlets either omitted this framing or mentioned it only if explicitly included in their excerpts. The Nation and Aaj News included the full title of the Pakistani official, while others referred to him as Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister. - **Dunya News** — [Kuwaiti FM due in Pakistan today on two-day official visit](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/964959-kuwaiti-fm-due-in-pakistan-today-on-twoday-official-visit-) · 28 Jul 2026, 5:49 AM PKT > The visit is being undertaken at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar - **The Nation** — [Kuwaiti FM to visit Pakistan on July 28-29](https://www.nation.com.pk/27-Jul-2026/kuwaiti-fm-visit-pakistan-july-28-29) · 27 Jul 2026, 11:22 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > At the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, will undertake an official visit to Pakistan from 28 to 29 July 2026. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Kuwaiti foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Tuesday: FO](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330465414/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-on-tuesday-fo) · 27 Jul 2026, 11:00 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake a two-day official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29 at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office said on Monday. During the visit, Sheikh Jarrah will hold delegation-level talks with Dar to review the full spectrum of bilateral relations and exchange views on regio... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Kuwaiti Foreign Minister to Visit Pakistan for Bilateral Talks](https://pakobserver.net/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-for-bilateral-talks/) · 27 Jul 2026, 10:51 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jabber Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah will undertake an official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29… - **Business Recorder** — [Kuwaiti foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Tuesday: FO](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40432027/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-on-tuesday-fo) · 27 Jul 2026, 10:00 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake a two-day official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29 at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office said on Monday. During the visit, Sheikh Jarrah will hold delegation-level talks with Dar to review the full spectrum of bilateral relations and exchange views on regio... - **Dawn** — [Kuwaiti foreign minister to visit Pakistan from July 28 to 29](https://www.dawn.com/news/2018791/kuwaiti-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-from-july-28-to-29) · 27 Jul 2026, 9:34 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake an official visit to Pakistan from July 28 to 29. In a statement issued on Monday, the Foreign Office (FO) said, “At the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the foreign minister of the State of Kuwait, will undertake an official visit to Pakistan f... - **The Express Tribune** — [Kuwait foreign minister to visit Pakistan from July 28 to 29](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2620603/kuwait-foreign-minister-to-visit-pakistan-from-july-28-to-29) · 27 Jul 2026, 4:11 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Visit comes in the backdrop of the recent resumption of hostilities, with Iran striking Kuwait and other GCC states - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Kuwaiti FM to arrive in Pakistan today for talks on regional growths](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2652514/pakistan) · 27 Jul 2026, 1:07 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake a one-day official visit to Pakistan today, Tuesday, to hold talks on regional developments, the Pakistani foreign ministry said, following reports about the two countries discussing an expanded defense pact. ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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