Download IPFS The United States is eyeing Pakistan’s vast copper reserves for investment, aiming to boost bilateral trade and tap into the country’s mineral wealth, a Ministry of Commerce report reveals. Pakistan’s copper sector is drawing significant attention from the United States, with the Ministry of Commerce informing the National[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf decries Punjab’s Rs730 million allocation for bulletproof vehicles as lavish spending amid widespread economic hardship. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has strongly condemned the Punjab government’s decision to allocate Rs730 million for purchasing bulletproof vehicles, labeling it a stark example of misplaced priorities during a time of[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Asian Development Bank pressed Pakistan’s textile industry to align with international conventions to boost exports and ensure sustainability. On August 7, 2025, Emma Fan, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), led a delegation in a critical meeting with the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA)[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan avoids punitive US tariffs, securing a competitive 19% rate on exports, boosting its trade prospects compared to regional rivals like India. Pakistan has secured a favorable position in its trade relations with the United States, with the US imposing no punitive tariffs on Pakistani exports, contrary to[Read More…]

Download IPFS The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) registered a historic 4,065 new companies in July 2025, marking the highest monthly registrations since records began. This 12.6% increase from May 2025’s previous record reflects improved digital processing, with 99.9% of incorporations completed online. The surge pushes Pakistan’s total[Read More…]

Download IPFS The United States has reduced tariffs on Pakistani imports to 19%, undercutting rates applied to regional competitors by 1-6 percentage points. While this diplomatic win grants Pakistan modest pricing advantages in the lucrative American market, economists caution that systemic inefficiencies may prevent exporters from capitalizing on the opportunity.[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan is pursuing stronger economic cooperation with Oman, targeting key growth sectors including information technology, energy, and healthcare. President Asif Ali Zardari recently emphasized the potential for enhanced bilateral trade during high-level discussions, signaling Islamabad’s strategic push to diversify its Gulf partnerships. This move aligns with Pakistan’s broader[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan’s benchmark KSE-100 Index shattered records on Wednesday, closing at an unprecedented 145,088 points after gaining 2,051 points during the trading session. The rally was fueled by strong banking sector performance and rupee appreciation, reflecting growing investor confidence in the country’s economic stabilization under its International Monetary Fund[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan has failed to meet three of five critical benchmarks set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for its $7 billion bailout program, jeopardizing the next tranche of vital funding. The shortcomings, particularly in revenue collection and fiscal reforms, highlight Islamabad’s ongoing struggle to stabilize its crumbling economy[Read More…]

Download IPFS Pakistan is launching a strategic push into castor cultivation, targeting barren lands to boost exports and farmer incomes. The Federal Ministry of National Food Security has partnered with private firms and a Chinese NGO to pilot high-yield hybrid seeds that could double current production to 100 maunds per[Read More…]