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Pakistan Backs UN’s Libya Plan, Calls for Libyan Public-Led Political Solution
Pakistan has reaffirmed its support for the United Nations-led political roadmap for Libya, emphasizing that a Libyan-led and Libyan-owned process is the only sustainable path toward peace, stability, and national unity. The stance was reiterated during a United Nations Security Council session as Libya continues to face prolonged political division and institutional fragmentation. Speaking at […]
First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Stresses Girls’ Empowerment as Key to Pakistan’s Progress
First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari highlighted the crucial role of girls’ education and empowerment in driving Pakistan’s national development, urging young women to pursue learning, develop skills, and actively participate in nation-building. Addressing a Parents’ Day ceremony at Cadet College for Girls in Nawab Shah on Friday, she emphasized that the strength of Pakistan’s future […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Highlights Raast’s Role in Driving Cashless Economy and Financial Inclusion
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised Raast, Pakistan’s national payment system, for its pivotal role in promoting a cashless economy and advancing financial inclusion across the country. Speaking to the newly appointed members of the Raast board at the PM House on Thursday, the prime minister emphasized the importance of accelerating efforts to encourage businesses […]
Kuwait Keen to Enhance Investment in Pakistan, Focus on Energy and Trade
Kuwait has expressed strong interest in expanding its investment footprint in Pakistan, particularly in the energy, trade, and broader investment sectors, signaling growing confidence in Pakistan’s economic potential. Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervez Malik held a high-level meeting with Kuwait’s Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Kuwait Investment Authority (KIA), Dr. Sabih Al […]
PM Shehbaz Welcomes 50-Basis-Point Interest Rate Cut as Boost for Economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the State Bank of Pakistan’s decision to cut the policy interest rate by 50 basis points, calling it a positive signal for the country’s economic direction and a relief-oriented step for businesses and the general public. In an official statement issued on Monday, the prime minister said the reduction […]
PSX Sees Record Surge as New Investor Accounts Hit All-Time Monthly High
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has recorded a major milestone, reaching its highest-ever monthly number of new investor accounts. More than 18,000 accounts were opened in November 2025, marking a significant shift in sentiment and indicating revived confidence among retail investors. Market observers say this surge reflects a broader belief that Pakistan’s economic trajectory is […]
Pakistan, ADB Sign Three Major Agreements to Boost Transport and Water Infrastructure
Pakistan has formalised three key agreements with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to accelerate major infrastructure initiatives in the transport and water resource sectors. The Ministry of Economic Affairs confirmed the development on Friday, describing the financing as a strategic boost to Pakistan’s ongoing development agenda. The agreements outline support for preparing the ML-1 Karachi […]
Saudi Arabia Rolls Over Its $3 Billion Deposit for Pakistan
Saudi Arabia has rolled over its US$3 billion deposit for Pakistan for another year after the Saudi Development Fund approved an extension, providing the government with critical external financing support. The rollover ensures that the funds currently held by the State Bank of Pakistan remain available to reinforce the country’s foreign exchange reserves during a […]
Punjab deploys drones in Rawalpindi to monitor traffic violations in real time
Rawalpindi has become one of the first major cities in Punjab to introduce drone surveillance for real-time monitoring of traffic violations, as authorities move toward technology-driven enforcement to reduce road accidents and improve safety standards. The initiative is being rolled out in the city’s busiest and most congested zones, where traditional policing struggles to keep […]
PM Seeks Expanded Turkish Investment in Pakistan’s Energy Sector Amid Deepening Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Turkish companies to expand their investment footprint in Pakistan’s energy sector, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Türkiye through strategic economic collaboration. He made the remarks during a meeting with Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar, who called on him at the PM […]