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Saudi Arabia to Introduce Sugar-Based Taxation System in 2026

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 2 months ago ⏐

2 min read

Saudi Arabia is set to roll out a new sugar-based taxation system for sweetened beverages starting January 2026, replacing the existing flat-rate excise model. According…

Now You Can Travel to Iran and GCC via Ferry Service

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 4 months ago ⏐

2 min read

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved Pakistan’s first-ever ferry service license. The international operator, Sea Keepers, will launch ferry routes that connect Pakistan with…

Gwadar Port Expansion Plan Eyes New Shipping Lines Ferry Service To Gcc

Gwadar Port Expansion Targets New Shipping Routes and Gulf Ferry Services

By Manik Aftab ⏐ 5 months ago ⏐

2 min read

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has rolled out an ambitious Gwadar Port expansion plan, aiming to introduce new shipping lines and a ferry service connecting…

Haball Raises $52 Million Pre-Series A to Expand into GCC Market

By Huma Ishfaq ⏐ 8 months ago ⏐

3 min read

In a major boost to Pakistan’s fintech and digital infrastructure landscape, Haball, a homegrown supply chain financing and payments platform, has quietly raised $52 million…