The Saudi Riyal (SAR) exchange rate remained steady against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market, standing at Rs74.75 on Monday, April 7, 2025.
The selling rate also saw no change, remaining at Rs75.15, according to the Forex Association of Pakistan.
SAR to PKR rate today
1 SAR = Rs74.75 (April 7, 2025)
The Riyal, the official currency of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is abbreviated as SAR or SR, and is subdivided into 100 halalas.
Several factors such as political stability, economic conditions, and foreign exchange reserves play a critical role in determining exchange rates. These variables often impact how one currency fares against another in the global market.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia continue to maintain strong brotherly relations. Both nations have recently reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing their bilateral partnership and strengthening defence and security cooperation.
This renewed pledge was highlighted during a meeting between Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah. The meeting underscored the importance of deepening the strategic relationship between the two countries.
Accompanying the Prime Minister were Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz.
Overseas Pakistanis in Saudi Arabia continued to play a crucial role in Pakistan's economy, sending $744.4 million in February 2025. This figure marked a 2.21% increase compared to the previous month and a 37.88% rise compared to February 2024.
