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, […]
Germany Pledges $131 Million for Climate and Energy Reforms in Pakistan
Germany has pledged over $131 million in new development assistance to support climate resilience and energy transition initiatives in Pakistan. The commitment was made during the latest round of bilateral development cooperation talks held in Islamabad, signaling a renewed partnership between the two countries in tackling climate and sustainability challenges. According to the agreement, the […]
Blue Economy to Prove Game-Changer for Pakistan: Aurangzeb
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday expressed optimism that the blue economy will emerge as a game-changer for Pakistan’s long-term economic growth and sustainability. Addressing the Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference (PIMEC) virtually at the Expo Centre Karachi, the finance minister said that the blue economy — encompassing fisheries, […]
Kuwait Signs $25 Million Loan Deal for Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project
Second tranche under $100 million commitment to support Pakistan’s key water and energy initiative Pakistan has signed a $25 million concessional loan agreement with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED) to finance the Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project, giving another major boost to the country’s strategic water and energy infrastructure. The agreement, valued at […]
Pakistan to Benefit from UN’s $250 Million Climate Adaptation Project
Pakistan is set to gain from a major $250 million global climate adaptation project recently approved by the United Nations’ Green Climate Fund (GCF). The initiative, to be implemented through the Asian Development Bank (ADB), aims to help vulnerable countries combat the impacts of melting glaciers, erratic rainfall, and rising climate threats. According to the […]
Pakistan Offers Bangladesh Access to Karachi Port for Regional Trade
In a landmark move to strengthen regional connectivity, Pakistan has offered Bangladesh access to the Karachi Port Trust, opening new routes for Dhaka to expand trade with China and Central Asian countries. The offer was extended during the 9th Pak-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting held in Dhaka, marking the first such high-level engagement in […]