Pakistan’s economy is showing signs of steady improvement as industrial activity strengthens and key structural reforms take effect, according to the Finance Division’s latest Monthly Economic Update and Outlook. Despite ongoing inflationary pressure, officials remain cautiously optimistic about the country’s near-term economic trajectory. The report indicates that inflation for November is expected to remain between […]
Saudi Military Chief Meets Gen Sahir Shamshad to Boost Defence Cooperation
General Fayyadh Bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Chief of General Staff of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, met General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), during his visit to Joint Staff Headquarters in Rawalpindi. The high-level meeting underscored the growing strategic alignment between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia at a time of evolving regional […]
Pakistan and EU Hold Seventh Strategic Dialogue in Brussels
Pakistan and the European Union reaffirmed their commitment to a broad and forward-looking partnership during the seventh strategic dialogue held in Brussels on Saturday. The meeting was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and EU Vice-President Kaya Kalas, according to details shared by 24NewsHD. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said […]
Coordinated Decision-Making Essential to Sustain Economic Growth, Says PM Shehbaz Sharif
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need for cohesive and coordinated decision-making to support long-term economic growth, urging the swift integration of private-sector recommendations into a unified national industrial policy. He issued the directive while chairing a meeting of the private-sector committee on national industrial development in Islamabad on Friday. The prime minister stated […]
Islamabad Issues Clarification on New M-Tags for Vehicles Entering the City
The Islamabad Excise Department has issued an important clarification regarding the newly announced M-Tag requirement for vehicles entering the federal capital. Officials confirmed that motorists who already have motorway M-Tags do not need to obtain a separate sticker for city entry. According to Bilal Azam, Director of Excise, the department will begin issuing stickers at […]
Pakistan, France Sign Deal to Advance Minerals and Mining Cooperation
Pakistan and France have taken a significant step toward strengthening their partnership in the minerals and mining sector. Both countries have agreed to expand cooperation in investment, exploration, and sustainable resource development, marking a promising shift for Pakistan’s growing minerals economy. The understanding was reached during a high-level webinar titled “Pakistan’s Minerals Economy: Gateway to […]
Gold price skyrockets in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan continued their upward trajectory on Tuesday, with the price of 24-karat gold per tola soaring by Rs5,900 to reach Rs435,762, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA). The surge reflects both domestic currency fluctuations and strong international market momentum, as global investors continue to flock toward safe-haven […]
Parliamentarians Celebrate 27th Amendment with Traditional Halwa and Lassi Breakfast at Parliament House
ISLAMABAD: Lawmakers from Pakistan’s ruling coalition reportedly marked the completion of work on the 27th Constitutional Amendment with a festive breakfast reception hosted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Parliament House on Monday morning. The event, held at the Banquet Hall inside Parliament House, brought together senators from coalition parties, key members of the […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif Declares Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye Share a ‘Common Heartbeat’ at Baku Victory Day Parade
BAKU (Azerbaijan): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Türkiye are bound by a “shared heartbeat,” reflecting the historic and unbreakable ties among the three nations. Addressing the Victory Day Parade in Baku, Prime Minister Sharif praised the enduring friendship between the countries, describing their unity as rooted in “faith, culture, […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif, Iranian Parliament Speaker Discuss Boosting Bilateral Cooperation and Regional Peace
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasizing deeper cooperation in areas of mutual interest including economic development, bilateral trade, and regional peace, reported 24NewsHD TV. The premier made these remarks during a meeting with Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, […]