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Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said making the province a hub of livestock in the region is her government’s goal. In a statement, she said the Punjab Government wants to link the livestock farmers with national exporters and international websites. Meanwhile, four hundred thousand cattle were raised in one…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with Canada’s Secretary of State for International Development Randeep Sarai on the sidelines of the World Bank Group–IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation. The Finance Minister highlighted Pakistan’s economic stabilization and urged progress on the investment protection agreement to encourage…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has appreciated the United Kingdom’s support for the Reform for Growth Programme and welcomed the growing investment pipeline of British International Investment. He was talking to the UK’s Minister for International Development Kirsty McNeill on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in…

The World Bank Group has reaffirmed its support for Pakistan’s efforts to expand private-sector activity and mobilize investment. This commitment was expressed by President of World Bank Group Ajay Banga during a meeting with Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema in Bangkok today. He further emphasized the importance of…

Zong, Pakistan’s leading Technology Services Enterprise, has won Gold in Creative Excellence for its AI-powered 5G launch campaign at the Dragons of Asia Awards 2026. The international recognition builds on Zong’s success at the Dragons of Pakistan Awards earlier this year and places the brand’s work among the region’s best…

Pakistan and World Bank have agreed to deepen their cooperation to advance shared priorities under the Country Partnership Framework. The commitment was expressed during a meeting between Minister for Economic Affairs and Pakistan’s Governor to the World Bank Group Ahad Khan Cheema and Managing Director of Operations, World Bank, Anna…

Pakistan and China have discussed deeper financial cooperation, expanding access to international capital markets and advancing regional economic collaboration. The discussion took place between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and his Chinese counterpart Lan Fo’an on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. During the…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Thailand Ekniti Nitithanprapas, on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok. They discussed strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic cooperation. Discussions focused on increasing bilateral trade, deepening cultural ties and promoting…

The government has revised the prices of petroleum products for tomorrow (Friday).    According to a press release issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of High Speed Diesel has been increased by 0.31rupees per litre to set it at 396.96 rupees per litre. Meanwhile, the price of petrol has…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is moving towards sustainable, investment and export-led economic growth after achieving macroeconomic stabilisation. He was speaking during a conversation with Michael Kugelman of the Atlantic Council on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok. The finance minister said Pakistan’s economy…

Zong, Pakistan’s leading Technology Services Enterprise, is transforming gaming into a more engaging and rewarding experience with the launch of Z Victory League, a gaming and rewards platform designed for its prepaid customers. Bringing daily challenges, gaming tasks, tournaments, in-house games, and curated gaming content together on one platform. Z…

President Asif Ali Zardari has expressed Pakistan’s interest in expanding cooperation with Russia in the oil and gas sectors. He was talking to Minister of the Interior of the Russian Federation Vladimir Kolokoltsev, who called on him in Islamabad. The President expressed interest in strengthening connectivity through the International North-South…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with Ambassador Yon of the U.S. State Department on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand today. During the meeting, both sides discussed bilateral economic cooperation and reviewed progress towards a trade framework agreement and energy diversification through increased…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening the collective influence of G-24 and advancing the interests of developing economies. He was speaking at the Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting, held on the sidelines of the World Bank Group–IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok. The Finance Minister…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that providing farmers with affordable fertilizers, quality seeds, modern machinery and equipment, and technical expertise for efficient water use is the government’s top priority. He was chairing the first meeting of the National Agriculture and Food Security Council in Islamabad today. The Prime Minister…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with IFC Regional Vice President for the Middle East and Central Asia Imad Fakhoury on the sidelines of the World Bank Group–IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand. Discussions focused on strengthening IFC support for private-sector-led growth and jobs, and translating macroeconomic stability into sustainable growth.…

Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held crucial meetings with key leaders in Riyadh to boost bilateral cooperation in the oil and gas sectors. In a meeting with Libya’s Minister of Oil and Gas, both sides agreed to enhance bilateral energy ties and facilitate crude oil imports. The Minister said…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Pakistan have immense potential to boost the national economy. Chairing a meeting regarding the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) in Islamabad today, he said the business community is the backbone of any country’s economy.…

Marking the International Day of the Girl Child, Zong, Pakistan’s Leading Technology Services Enterprise, in partnership with Knowledge Platform have launched the next phase of the Zong Digital Scholars Program, advancing its commitment to digital inclusion, future-ready skills, and greater participation of young girls in Pakistan’s technology-driven economy. Building on…

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called for increased investment and modern technology to strengthen Pakistan’s poultry industry and boost agricultural growth. Addressing the International Poultry Exhibition at the Expo Centre in Lahore, he said the government was working to create a business-friendly environment for investors. Aurangzeb said Pakistan ranked 11th…

Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh has said that the government is placing greater emphasis on value-added exports, industrial development and the removal of barriers to investment. He was speaking to Swedish Ambassador to Pakistan, Alexandra Berg von Linde, in Islamabad today. The Minister said the two countries…