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Pakistan, Canada FMs Discuss Trade and Investment Cooperation
Ishaq Dar, Anita Anand reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral economic ties Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Thursday held a telephonic conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, focusing on strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and economic collaboration, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. During the call, both sides discussed ways to deepen cooperation […]
Turkiye Stands With Pakistan in Every Challenge: PM Shehbaz
Premier highlights deep religious and cultural ties between Pakistan and Turkiye Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s enduring friendship with Turkiye, saying that the two nations have always stood by each other through every challenge and triumph. Speaking as the guest of honour at a ceremony celebrating Turkiye’s 102nd Republic Day, the Prime Minister paid […]
Sindh to Launch People’s Bus Service in Three More Districts
The Sindh government has approved the expansion of the People’s Bus Service to three additional districts — Khairpur, Shikarpur, and Naushahro Feroze — as part of its efforts to strengthen public transportation infrastructure across the province. The decision was made during a high-level meeting of the Sindh Transport Department, chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam […]
All Airports in Pakistan to Go Cashless in Major Digital Transformation
Pakistan is taking a major step toward a digital future — the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) has announced that all airports across the country will soon become fully cashless, marking a historic transformation in the nation’s aviation and financial sectors. Under this initiative, passengers and airport staff will be able to access all services — […]
Pakistan, Iran Agree on New Trade and Transport Cooperation
Aleem Khan orders early clearance of Iranian trucks to boost regional trade flow In a significant development for regional connectivity, Pakistan and Iran have agreed to expand cooperation in trade, transport, and logistics, marking a new phase in bilateral economic engagement. The understanding was reached during high-level talks in Islamabad, attended by Pakistan’s Federal Ministers […]
Qatar Signs Protocol to Invest $3 Billion in Pakistan
In a major boost to Pakistan’s foreign investment portfolio, Qatar has signed a protocol committing to invest $3 billion in Pakistan through the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and other designated financial channels. The agreement was finalized at the conclusion of the Sixth Session of the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission on Economic, Trade, and Technical Cooperation, […]
Pakistan Targets 3.5% Economic Growth Despite Floods, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan remains on track to achieve a 3.5 percent economic growth rate this fiscal year despite the devastating impact of recent floods, said Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, in an interview with CGTN America. The finance minister said Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability had been consolidated through fiscal discipline, improved foreign exchange […]
Tomato Prices Soar to Rs700 per Kilogram Across Pakistan
Consumers across Pakistan are facing another wave of inflation as tomato prices have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, reaching up to Rs700 per kilogram in major cities. The sudden surge in vegetable prices has intensified financial pressure on households already coping with rising food costs. In Karachi, tomatoes are now selling between Rs500 and Rs700 per […]
Free Entry Announced for Pakistan–South Africa Test in Rawalpindi
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced free entry for cricket fans for the second Pakistan–South Africa Test match, scheduled to begin on October 20 at the Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. According to details shared by the PCB on Friday, spectators will be allowed to enter the stadium free of charge, with access granted […]
PSX Maintains Bullish Momentum, Gains Over 600 Points
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its upward trend on Thursday, extending its bullish momentum for the second consecutive session as investor confidence strengthened following the staff-level agreement between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a $1.2 billion loan package. During intraday trading, the KSE-100 Index surged by 685.25 points, reaching 166,371.63 points, […]