IT’S A VERY GOOD TIME TO BE COMING TO PAKISTAN : U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie A. Baker has hailed Pakistan’s ongoing economic reforms, declaring the country “open for business” and pointing to significant commercial prospects for American enterprises. Speaking to Pakistan TV on the sidelines of the two-day Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) in Islamabad, Baker emphasized that the country is…
Aurangzeb reaffirms commitment to continuing reform process
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has held a meeting with Founder and Chairman of Transsion Holdings, George Zhu to discuss investment opportunities, local manufacturing and enhancement of Pakistan’s export potential. During the meeting in Islamabad today, the Finance Minister welcomed the company’s continued investment and interest in expanding its operations in Pakistan.…
Gilani stresses investment in youth development for sustainable economic growth
Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has emphasised that investment in youth development is essential to sustainable economic growth and social progress. He was talking to a delegation from the Global Fair Pay Foundation and the London Tea Exchange in Islamabad today. The Senate Chairman underscored the importance of market-driven skills…
Islamabad to become first fully cashless city by Dec 31
The government has decided to make Islamabad the country’s first fully cashless city, with 31st December set as the deadline. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry said consultation and suggestions of all stakeholders are important for the successful implementation of the Cashless Islamabad initiative. The…
World Bank expresses interest in development partnership with Balochistan
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti says sustainable development and ensuring the provision of basic facilities to the people are the provincial government’s top priorities. Talking to the World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Bolormaa Amgaabazar, in Islamabad today, he stressed the need to further strengthen cooperation with international development partners.…
Pakistan records fiscal surplus of Rs1.274 trillion in first quarter of current FY
Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad says Pakistan has recorded a fiscal surplus of 1.274 trillion rupees, equivalent to 0.9 percent of GDP, during the first quarter of the current fiscal year. In a post on social media platform X, he said the country also recorded a primary surplus of…
