Rising Trade Deficit and Expensive Oil Imports Raise Pressure on Pakistan’s Economy
KARACHI, May 7, 2026: Pakistan is facing mounting economic pressure as the country’s trade deficit is feared to surge to...
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PM Shehbaz Approves Centralised Litigation System to Speed Up Tax Dispute Resolution
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the establishment of a Centralised Litigation Management System (CLMS) along with a comprehensive overhaul...
Historic Visit: Bangladeshi Civil Servants Engage with Pakistani Institutions at NIPA Karachi
In a landmark development for bilateral relations, the National Institute of Public Administration hosted the second day of engagements for...
KATI President Warns of Rising Trade Deficit, Urges Boost in Exports and Curbs on Imports
President of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry, Muhammad Ikram Rajput, has raised alarm over Pakistan’s widening trade deficit,...
Business Leader M. Amayed Ashfaq Tola Presents Budget Proposals to Finance Minister
In a continuation of a longstanding tradition, M. Amayed Ashfaq Tola, President of a leading business forum, presented comprehensive budget...
Ogra Schedules Hearings as Consultant Proposes Cut in Gas Loss Allowance Amid Tariff Hike Requests
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has scheduled public hearings in Lahore and Karachi on May 12 and 13...
UN Women, PIPS Partner to Strengthen Gender-Responsive Governance in Pakistan
In a significant step toward advancing gender equality, UN Women has partnered with the Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services to...
Novo Nordisk Launches ‘Live Lighter’ Initiative to Address Obesity Care in Pakistan
Novo Nordisk has launched its “Live Lighter” initiative in Karachi, marking a significant step toward improving obesity care and awareness...
Uzbek President Unveils Ambitious Reform and Investment Agenda at ADB Annual Meeting
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev addressed the 59th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank, outlining Uzbekistan’s...
Rotary Leaders Emphasize Service, Innovation and Leadership at Tri-District Conference in Gold Coast
A series of impactful sessions marked the opening of the Rotary Tri-District Conference held at Royal Pines Resort, bringing together...