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Govt restrictions, FBR portal shutdown triggered sugar price hike, Says PSMA

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The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) has attributed the recent rise in sugar prices to the closure of FBR portals, government-imposed dealer controls, and...
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Imports of car assembly kits surge 123%, boosting local auto market

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Imports of vehicle assembly kits in Pakistan have surged 123% compared to last year, driving increased activity in the local auto market, official data...
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ADB approves $330 million loan for Pakistan’s power transmission upgrade

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a total loan of $330 million for Pakistan’s second Power Transmission Strengthening Project. According to ADB, the project...
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Pakistan produces Eco-friendly marine fuel for first time

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Pakistan has successfully produced and delivered large-scale, environmentally friendly Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) for the first time, meeting the standards of the...
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Pakistan opens PEEC-2025 to boost energy investment

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Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, inaugurated the Pakistan Energy & Exhibition Conference 2025 (PEEC-2025) today in Islamabad, formally opening the...
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Over 14,800 new companies registered in Pakistan in first four months of FY2025

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Pakistan has witnessed the registration of 14,802 new companies in the first four months of the current fiscal year, reflecting a notable expansion in...
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Pakistan issues first bunkering license, launches global-standard fuel services at Karachi Port

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Pakistan has issued its first-ever bunkering license, marking the official launch of international-standard bunkering services at Karachi Port, Maritime Affairs Minister Mohammad Junaid Anwar...
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Pakistan to fully deregulate sugar sector amid rising prices

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After a surge in sugar prices across Pakistan, the federal government reportedly has decided to fully deregulate the sugar sector, allowing market forces to...
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Diesel price up by Rs 6, petrol unchanged for next 15 days

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The government has issued a new notification announcing changes in petroleum prices across the country. According to the notification, the price of high-speed diesel has...
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Haroon Akhtar Khan pushes Pharma Park plan, strengthens women entrepreneurship

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, chaired a follow-up meeting with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development...
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Haroon Akhtar Khan meets SME Cluster, announces Pharma Park policy

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan held an important meeting with the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)...
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Federal govt awards 23 offshore blocks to Mari Energies

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The federal government of Pakistan has awarded 23 new offshore oil and gas blocks to Mari Energies, officials confirmed. The Petroleum Division had earlier announced...
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Junaid Anwar Chaudhry forms committee to identify sites for future ports along coastline

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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has constituted a high-level, multi-agency committee to identify potential sites for the establishment of new...
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CCP approves Standpharm transaction by Crest Garments

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has authorized the transaction of Standpharm Pakistan (Private) Limited by Crest Garments International (Private) Limited. The transaction forms...
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Pakistan targets $200 million meat exports to Malaysia

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Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, chaired the 3rd Meeting of the Committee on Pakistan-Malaysia Cooperation on Meat Export from Pakistan, emphasizing the...
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Pakistan secures $100 Million in foreign loans to strengthen public finances

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Pakistan has approved two foreign loans worth a total of $100 million aimed at improving tax system performance, enhancing transparency in public spending, and...
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SC stops Peshawar Cantonment Board from issuing tax notices on evacuee trust property

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The Supreme Court of Pakistan has barred the Peshawar Cantonment Board from issuing property tax notices to the Evacuee Trust Property (ETP) Board, suspending...
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Govt to grant industry status to gemstone exporters

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, held a meeting with Barneby Plowright, a leading gemstones exporter, in...
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CCP educates QAU students in competition law

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) held an awareness session on Competition Law at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), to educate students on the principles of...
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Govt reviews auto import schemes to curb misuse, boost local manufacturing

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries Haroon Akhtar Khan co-chaired a high-level meeting at...
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CCP approves PEL’s acquisition of stakes in three oil and gas companies

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved Petroleum Exploration Limited (PEL) to acquire additional shareholding in three oil and gas companies. According to the...
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Pakistan’s mobile phone imports surge to $500 million in three months

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Pakistan imported mobile phones worth $500 million during the first three months of the current fiscal year, reflecting a sharp rise in demand and...
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Pakistan receives first-ever US Crude oil shipment under new trade agreement

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Pakistan has received its first-ever shipment of US crude oil under a new trade agreement between Islamabad and Washington, marking a significant milestone in...
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Punjab introduces new minerals & mining law to attract global investment

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The Punjab government has moved to overhaul its mining and minerals regulatory system by introducing a new comprehensive legal framework aimed at boosting domestic...
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FBR flags 1 Million taxpayers for declaring lower income than last year

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has so far received 5.5 million income tax returns for the current fiscal year, out of which around...
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Pakistan, Germany vow to deepen economic cooperation

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German Ambassador to Pakistan Ina Lepel, along with Arno Kirchof, Deputy Head of Mission, and Janine Rohwer, Economic Counselor, called on Minister of State...
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PASDEC asked to submit plan to upgrade marble industry

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, chaired a meeting with the Pakistan Stone Development Company (PASDEC) in...
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PIDE hosts Talanoa Dialogue to promote collaborative climate action

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The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), in collaboration with Islamic Relief Pakistan, hosted a Talanoa Dialogue titled “Collaborative Climate Action for a Resilient...
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Pakistan, Türkiye agree to boost railway cooperation

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Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi met Türkiye’s Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu on the sidelines of the Regional Transport Ministers...
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PIDE, PUAN join hands to strengthen research, dialogue, and policy synergies

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The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) hosted a delegation from the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) for an interactive session aimed at fostering collaboration...
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Pakistan, Canada discuss expansion of bilateral trade and FDI

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Tarik Ali Khan, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada to Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb at...
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Pakistan begins phased restoration of Afghan Transit Trade via Chaman

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Pakistan has announced a phased restoration of Afghan Transit Trade through the Chaman border crossing, nearly two weeks after the Bab-e-Dosti gate remained closed,...
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Pakistan, Australia discuss boosting meat exports

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, met with the Acting High Commissioner of Australia to Pakistan, Nicole...
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NAB recovers record Rs. 1.1 Trillion in third quarter, marks 242% growth

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Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to transparency and accountability, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has made a significant Rs. 1,102.04 billion (1.10 trillion) recovery in...
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Pakistan, Qatar to deepen agricultural cooperation and strengthen economic partnership

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Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain held a meeting with the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Pakistan,...
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Pakistan loses $9.3 billion annually to digital financial scams, Report reveals

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Pakistan has emerged as a major target for digital scammers, with citizens losing over $9.3 billion annually to various financial and online fraud schemes,...
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Junaid Anwar Chaudhry launches $13 billion “sea to steel” green corridor to revive Pakistan Steel Mills

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Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, has unveiled an ambitious plan to revive the dormant Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM) through advanced...
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FBR collects Rs130 billion from salaried taxpayers double than combined payment of traders, exporters

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The salaried class in Pakistan has contributed Rs130 billion in taxes during the first quarter (July-September) of the current fiscal year 2025-26, twice as...
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Pakistan, EU vow to deepen trade ties under GSP Plus framework

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a meeting with the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Raimundas Karoblis, to discuss ongoing...
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Sindh urges Federal Govt to set wheat support price at Rs 4,200 per maund

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The Sindh government has urged the federal government to set the minimum wheat support price at Rs 4,200 per maund, opposing the rate of...
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Tomatoes costlier than chicken as rates cross Rs500 per Kg in Karachi

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Tomatoes have become more expensive than chicken meat in Karachi as prices of the essential kitchen item surged beyond Rs500 per kilogram, while chicken...
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Industrial growth remains positive despite monthly dip, PBS reports

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Pakistan’s large-scale manufacturing (LSM) sector maintained a slow but positive growth trend in August 2025, recording a 0.54 percent year-on-year increase in industrial output,...
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Rs200-per-Kilo duty on old clothes sparks outcry among traders

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Pakistan’s used clothing traders have expressed strong resentment over the government’s decision to impose a Rs200 per kilogram tax on the import of second-hand...
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Pakistan records another surge in weekly inflation, up by 0.49%

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Inflation in Pakistan continued its upward trend for the third consecutive week, with the prices of 24 essential commodities increasing, according to the latest...
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Govt to prioritize marble city Risalpur under Pakistan-Italy agreement

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Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday to review progress on the...
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FBR suspends Afghan Transit Trade transport from Karachi ports

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The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has ordered an immediate suspension of Afghan Transit Trade transportation from Karachi ports, citing severe congestion and a...
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Pakistan Stock Exchange surges past 167,000 points after strong rally

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The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a strong upward trend on Wednesday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index continued its rally, gaining more than 1,500...
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Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level agreement for $1.2 billion loan

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In a major economic development, Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), paving...
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Pakistan invites UAE Investors to Join FoodAg 2025

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Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, called on Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade of...
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Pakistan, Vietnam officially launch PTA negotiations to boost trade and investment

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Pakistan and Vietnam have officially signed and launched negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) aimed at strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation...
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Government obtained 29 international loans worth $10.1 billion: EAD report

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Pakistan secured foreign loans worth $10.1 billion during the last fiscal year, according to official data presented by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (EAD)...
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Pakistan finance minister holds key meetings with IMF, World Bank in Washington

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Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb had a busy first day of his official visit to the United States with a...
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Finance Minister invites US firms to invest in Pakistan’s energy, agriculture, and it sectors

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Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has invited US companies to invest in Pakistan’s oil, mineral, agriculture, and information technology sectors, highlighting the country’s improving...
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Pakistan stock market suffers massive fall amid border tensions and IMF uncertainty

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Pakistan’s stock market witnessed another steep decline on Monday, as political uncertainty, renewed border tensions with Afghanistan, and delays in the IMF loan program...
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Pakistan sets $30 billion target for pharmaceutical exports in five years

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The federal government has set an ambitious goal of increasing Pakistan’s pharmaceutical exports to 30 billion dollars within the next five years, as part...
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SMEDA Board reviews SME formalization and ordinance amendments

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The 32nd meeting of the Board of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Haroon Akhtar...
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Commerce Minister urges value addition and modernization in citrus sector

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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan has emphasized the government’s firm commitment to boosting Pakistan’s agricultural exports through value addition, innovation, and quality...
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FM reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to private sector–led growth and stronger Saudi ties

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Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, virtually addressed a business session arranged for the visiting Saudi business delegation at the Overseas...
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Pakistan shares flood damage report with IMF, economic loss estimated at Rs744 billion

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Pakistan has shared a preliminary report with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) detailing the economic and human losses caused by recent floods, which inflicted...
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Pakistan records $9.53 billion in remittances during first quarter: State Bank

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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has reported a significant increase in remittances from overseas Pakistanis, with inflows reaching $9.53 billion during the first...
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Pakistan’s First digital panel survey reveals gains in health, education, and women’s participation

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The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has unveiled landmark findings from the Pakistan Panel Household Survey (PPHS) 2024, the country’s only long-term, nationally...
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CCP fines steel giants over Rs1.5 Billion for price-fixing cartel

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The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has imposed heavy financial penalties on Aisha Steel Mills Limited (ASML) and International Steels Limited (ISL) after finding...
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Pakistan and Malaysia discuss digital cooperation to boost trade and investment

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YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo, Minister for Digital of Malaysia, called on Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, Minister for Commerce of Pakistan, on the sidelines...
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Sindh Govt fixes wheat flour price, approves wheat release policy for 2025-26

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The Sindh government has fixed the price of a 100-kilogram flour bag and approved the Wheat Release Policy for 2025–26 to stabilize flour prices...
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Pakistan stresses role of modern rail infrastructure at global rail conference

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Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani has underscored the vital link between modern transport infrastructure and sustainable economic growth, as...
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Saudi Arabia investment conference unveils cultural projects worth billions

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RIYADH: A series of new cultural investment projects were announced at the two-day Cultural Investment Conference, which concluded in Riyadh on Tuesday, including partnerships...
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National Bank of Pakistan shines at SBP’s Agri Festival 2025 in Vehari

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VEHARI: The National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) took center stage at the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Agri Festival 2025, held on Thursday in...
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Tax exemptions to FATA/PATA destroy industries in Pakistan: Association

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Association of Large Steel Producers (Flat Steel, Round Steel and long steel) and Cooking Oil & Ghee Industry have warned the government...
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Prime Minister to Chair Newly Constituted National Economic Council

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ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to bolster Pakistan's economic planning and development, the President on Friday constituted the National Economic Council (NEC), with the...
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SIFC-backed drive for foreign investments: A new dawn for Pakistan’s economic revival

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Pakistan stands at a critical juncture in its economic history. Amid challenges of high inflation, political instability, and security concerns, the Pakistani government has...
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IMF, Pakistan make significant progress on new loan

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission and Pakistan have made significant progress towards reaching a staff-level agreement for an extended fund facility (EFF), the...
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South Asian Broadcasting Agency — SABAH

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South Asian Broadcasting Agency -- SABAH South Asian Broadcasting Agency (SABAH) was founded in 1851  and headquartered in  Islamabad. SABAH diligently delivers timely and relevant...
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Thomson Reuters – Reuters News Agency — Reuters

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Thomson Reuters - Reuters News Agency -- Reuters Reuters was founded in 1851  and headquartered  in  London. Reuters diligently delivers timely and relevant news updates...
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Pakistan Press International — PPI

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Pakistan Press International -- PPI Pakistan Press International (PPI) is situated in Karachi. PPI diligently delivers timely and relevant news updates to a wide array...
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Pakistan International Press Agency — PPA

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Pakistan International Press Agency (PIPA) situated in the heart of Islamabad, PPA operates under the steadfast leadership of Mr. Khalid Athar, serving as its...
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Online International News Network — Online

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Online International News Network -- Online Online International News Network is a reputable news agency registered in Pakistan. With correspondents stationed throughout the country. It...
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News Network International — NNI

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Find complete details of News Network International - NNI News Agency,  including contact details,  phone numbers,  website,  email address, and official addresses. News Network International...
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IMF mission likely to visit Pakistan this month for new loan deal

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that its mission will visit Pakistan this month to discuss a new program, just as Islamabad gears...
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Pakistan’s headline inflation drops further to 17.3% in April 2024

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Pakistan's headline inflation for April registered at 17.3% year-on-year, marking a decline from the previous month's 20.7%. The month-on-month reading also showed a decrease,...
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New energy vehicles shine bright at Beijing auto show

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BEIJING: Standing in the bustling exhibition hall of the Beijing International Exhibition Center, I was overwhelmed by the crowds during the first day of...
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Govt cut petrol, high-speed diesel prices

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The government announced a significant reduction in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) on Tuesday night for the upcoming fortnight. Petrol prices...
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Uber halts app in Pakistan to operate through Careem

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Uber has announced its decision to discontinue its ride-hailing app in Pakistan, marking a significant shift in its operational strategy. A spokesperson for Uber...
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PBC proposes 5-year exports charter, import substitution plan

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The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has proposed a five-year exports charter and import substitution plan to the Commerce Ministry. The plan includes a moratorium...
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News Agencies/News Wires in Pakistan

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Here you can find a list of local and international News Agencies/News Wires in Pakistan. We present here complete details, including contact numbers, email...
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Islamic Republic News Agency — IRNA

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Find complete details of The Associated Press - AP News Agency,  including contact details,  phone numbers,  website,  email address, and official addresses. Islamic Republic News...
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Net metering: Gov’t plans to cut buyback rates down to Rs11/unit

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The government is considering a revision of the buyback rates for net metering electricity, aiming to reduce it from the current Rs 21 per...
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Pakistan fails to achieve wheat production target

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Islamabad: Pakistan has fallen short of its wheat production target for the Rabi Season 2023-2024, with an estimated production of 29.69 million tons compared...
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1st in Pakistan: Drug court sentences company chief with jail term

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ISLAMABAD: In a landmark ruling believed to be one of its kind in Pakistan's legal history, the Rawalpindi Drug Court has imposed prison sentences...
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China’s job market stable, aided by policy measures, emerging careers

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BEIJING, April 24 (Xinhua) -- China continues to demonstrate its economic vitality, but any assessment of overall economic health cannot ignore the employment figures....
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Forex reserves may reach 9bn USD by June end: finance minister

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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb provided an optimistic outlook on Tuesday, forecasting Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves to climb to "anywhere between 9 to 10 billion...
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IMF team expected in Pakistan in Mid-May for new loan package: FM

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Washington: Pakistani Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb disclosed on Saturday that an International Monetary Fund (IMF) team is anticipated to visit Pakistan by mid-May to...
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Pakistan gov’t finalzises 10-year solar panel manufacturing policy

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ISLAMABAD: The federal government of Pakistan has finalized a draft of the "Solar Panel Local Manufacturing and Allied Equipment" policy for a period of...
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China-Pak JV introduces advanced harvester machine for canola crops

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Pakistan’s Evyol Group have demonstrated advanced harvester attachments aimed at controlling shattering losses in canola crop in Bhakkar district of Punjab. Evyol Group provides high-quality...
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Global financial leaders pledge support for Pakistan

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WASHINGTON: Leading global financial organizations, including the World Bank (WB), Asian Development Bank (ADB), and International Finance Corporation (IFC), have pledged their support for...
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E-filers in Pakistan encounter problems after amendments to ST rules

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KARACHI: Taxpayers in Pakistan are grappling with challenges in e-filing sales tax returns following recent amendments to the Sales Tax Rules of 2006 aimed...
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WB Chief pledges full support for reforms to stabilize Pakistani economy

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During his meeting with Pakistan's Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, Ajay Banga, the President of the World Bank Group, expressed strong support for the nation's...
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Pakistani PM promises close cooperation with China’s Shanghai Electric

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ISLAMABAD: A delegation headed by Mr. Wu Lei, chairman of Shanghai Electric Group, met with Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif in Islamabad on...
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IMF provides updated outlook for Pakistan with 2pct GDP

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has provided an updated outlook for Pakistan's economic indicators, indicating positive trends in GDP growth, inflation, unemployment, and current...
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IDEAS-2024: MoC hesitant to allocate 100pc subsidy

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The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) is reportedly exercising caution regarding extending subsidies for IDEAS-2024, orchestrated by the Ministry of Defence Production (MoDP). The hesitation...
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Pakistan seeks new IMF loan for economic reforms

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Pakistan's new Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, has initiated talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a multi-billion dollar loan. This new program aims...
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