ISLAMABAD: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has released a Rs. 144.50 million grant to the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), which is part of an annual financial commitment to the institution. Employees and staff of IIUI have expressed their gratitude to Prof Dr Ahmed Saad Alahmed, the university's Worthy President and Acting Rector, for facilitating the release of these funds.

According to International Islamic University Islamabad, this financial support from Saudi Arabia is designated for an ad hoc relief allowance for employees ranging from BPS 1 to BPS 21 for the fiscal year 2026-27. The grant is part of the Saudi Support Fund, which also addresses recurring expenses, infrastructural development, faculty development, and quality enhancement at the university.

The funding for 2026 continues a longstanding tradition of support from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which has been a consistent benefactor to the university over the years.