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Pakistan-China B2B Conference 2025 Secures $8.5B Deals
Pakistan and China further strengthened their economic ties as the 2nd Pakistan-China B2B Investment Conference in Beijing concluded with record achievements. The high-profile event resulted…
SECP Pushes Sukuk Expansion, Digital Reforms to Boost Financial Inclusion
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a stronger Sukuk market and accelerating digital transformation to broaden access…
Govt Approves Rs3.5b Subsidy for QR-Based Payments
The government has tasked the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) with preparing a detailed report on the impact of a Rs3.5 billion annual subsidy approved…
PBS Reports 1.29% Inflation in Weekly Prices
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), which tracks weekly inflation, rose by 1.29 percent for the combined consumption group during the week ending September 2. According…
SBP Directs Banks to Equip 25% Branches with CDMs by 2028
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has ordered all banks and microfinance banks (MFBs) to ensure that at least 25 percent of their branch network…
CPEC 2.0: Pakistan, China to Launch Five New Corridors
Pakistan and China have agreed to fast-track the next phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0) by launching five additional corridors, further strengthening their…
SBP Reserves Increase by $28 Million, Hit $14.30 Billion
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves witnessed a slight improvement this week, as the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reserves increased by $28 million, reaching $14.30 billion…
Saudi Investors Seek Joint Ventures with Pakistani Snack Makers
Saudi Investors are showing strong interest in joint ventures with Pakistani snack makers as a delegation tours Jeddah, the delegation lead told visiting hosts. The…
Pakistan Govt Moves Ahead with Utility Stores Asset Sale in FY26
The federal government has decided to sell and dispose of Utility Stores Corporation (USC) assets within the current financial year. Officials said proceeds will help…
National Assembly Sends Back Audit Reports to AGP Over Procedure Violations
The National Assembly has formally returned all 2024-25 audit reports prepared by the Auditor General of Pakistan (AGP) after finding serious procedural violations in how…
Gold Prices Soar to Historic Highs in Pakistan and Abroad
Gold prices surged to record-breaking levels on Wednesday, setting new peaks in both international and domestic markets. In the global bullion market, the precious metal…
Govt Plans Amendments to PERA to Boost Industrial Investment
The federal government is planning significant amendments to the Protection of Economic Reform Act (PERA) 1992 to provide stronger protection for foreign exchange remitted from…
