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IFC Considers B Equity Investment Over 10 Years

IFC Considers $2B Equity Investment Over 10 Years

ISLAMABAD: The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is set to expand its equity investments and focus on large-scale infrastructure financing in Pakistan, with plans to unlock up to $2 billion…

Admin February 16, 2025

Modi Aims for 0 Billion US-India Trade Goal by 2030

World

Modi Aims for $500 Billion US-India Trade Goal by 2030

Modi Aims for $500 Billion US-India Trade Goal by 2030 WASHINGTON: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Thursday that India and the United States are working towards doubling…

Admin February 14, 2025

Pakistan

Shehbaz Advocates Green Initiatives at Dubai World Government Summit

DUBAI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday urged global leaders to enhance climate financing, share technology, and provide multilateral support to emerging economies like Pakistan to achieve sustainable growth. Speaking…

Admin February 12, 2025

Pakistan

Saudi Fast-Food Chain Albaik to Launch Operations in Pakistan, Minister Confirms

ISLAMABAD: Saudi fast-food giant Albaik is set to launch operations in Pakistan, with plans to establish outlets in major cities, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan announced during his visit to…

Admin February 9, 2025

Pakistan

Shehbaz Claims Economic Recovery, Says Pakistan Poised for Growth

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Saturday that Pakistan's economy is poised for growth following a year of dedicated efforts to restore stability. He emphasized that the financial sector had…

Admin February 9, 2025

Pakistan

One Year Later: Government Celebrates, Opposition Rejects 2024 Election

ISLAMABAD:On the first anniversary of the February 8 elections, the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N)-led government is commemorating a year of "stability and economic progress," while the opposition, particularly the…

Admin February 8, 2025

Pakistan

PM Pledges to Lower Electricity Tariffs for Homes and Industries

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his commitment to lowering electricity tariffs for households and industries by implementing comprehensive power sector reforms. Presiding over a high-level meeting on power sector…

Admin February 7, 2025

Pakistan

PM Orders Urgent Privatization of Government Departments

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed officials to accelerate the privatization of government departments, ensuring that it is completed within the set timeline. The instruction was given during a review…

Admin February 6, 2025

Buisness

Trump’s US Tariff Changes Likely to Boost Pakistan’s Economy: Report

The recent US tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada are expected to have a positive impact on Pakistan's economy, especially given the country’s reliance on imports, according to AKD Securities.…

Admin February 5, 2025

Pakistan

Utility Stores Excluded from Ramazan Package Distribution

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced on Tuesday that the government will unveil the Ramazan Relief Package this year without involving Utility Stores Corporation (USC), aiming to avoid corruption and the…

Admin February 5, 2025