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National Assembly Panel Postpones Debate on Heavy Mobile Phone Taxes
A meeting of the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance in Pakistan witnessed strong criticism today over the heavy taxes imposed on mobile phones imported into the country, especially those carried by overseas Pakistanis. The issue was raised by Ali…
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to Showcase Energy Investment Projects at Riyadh Forum 2026
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Pakistan and Saudi Arabia will jointly host a major business forum in Riyadh on January 14, 2026, where Islamabad plans to showcase new investment ready…
KP Approves Hundreds of New Government Jobs as Special Branch Becomes Independent Unit
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has approved the creation of hundreds of new government jobs after Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi formally separated the Special Branch from the…
Lahore Market Prices Exceed Official Rates Despite Weekly Cuts
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Lahore’s markets are once again defying the official price list, with chicken and essential vegetables selling far above the government’s revised rates despite sharp cuts…
Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan Today, 24th November, 2025
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Gold and Silver prices in Pakistan fluctuate frequently based on international market trends. The rates listed here are provided by local gold markets and Sarafa…
Pakistan Cement Export Earnings Hit 11-Year High
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Pakistan’s cement export earnings hit an 11-year high in October 2025, reaching $42.6 million, even though overall export volumes dropped sharply. The surge highlights a…
Govt Reinstates Gold Trade After ECC, Cabinet Approval
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Pakistan has officially restored the import and export of gold, ending months of suspension after the ECC and federal cabinet approved the move. The Commerce…
ECC Rejects Proposal for Gas Extension to Two Urea Plants, Allows Operation Only Till Dec 2025
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In a key decision impacting Pakistan’s fertiliser sector, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has declined a proposal to extend RLNG supply for Fatima Fertilizer and…
IMF Warns of Corruption Risks in Pakistan’s SWFs
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Pakistan’s sovereign wealth funds have come under international scrutiny as the IMF warned that weak governance, political influence and limited transparency are creating serious corruption…
Gold and Silver Prices in Pakistan Today, 22nd November, 2025
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Gold and Silver prices in Pakistan fluctuate frequently based on international market trends. The rates listed here are provided by local gold markets and Sarafa…
Pakistan Upgrades Animal Health, Cold-Chain Systems to Boost Halal Meat Exports to Malaysia
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Pakistan is stepping up efforts to expand halal meat exports to Malaysia, targeting up to $200 million, by upgrading its animal health testing, grazing systems,…
Pakistan Petroleum to Drill First Offshore Oil Well in March 2026
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Pakistan is set to achieve a major milestone in its energy sector. State-owned Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) plans to drill the country’s first offshore oil…
Pakistan’s Forex Reserves Rise to $14.55 Billion Amid SBP Liquidity Injection
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Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a slight increase during the week ending November 14, 2025, with the State Bank of Pakistan’s holdings rising by $27…
Dar Urges European Companies to Explore Pakistan’s Expanding Investment Opportunities
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called on top European firms to take advantage of the growing investment prospects in Pakistan’s major…
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