PM says implementation of economic governance policies inevitable; seeks proposals on investors’ facilitation
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday calling the implementation of the government’s policies on economic governance inevitable, sought proposals from all relevant ministries suggesting practical measures and a comprehensive strategy involving minimal duration. The prime minister, chairing a review meeting on economic reforms, increasing investment, and progress on proposed developmental projects, on […]
PM stresses new exploration, digitization of oil & gas sector
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting on matters pertaining to the Petroleum Division, directing that the exploration of new oil and gas resources be prioritized to conserve precious foreign exchange spent on petroleum imports. The prime minister emphasized that exploring domestic energy resources was critical for […]
DPM Dar chairs first meeting of Economic Management Reforms Committee
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, on Thursday chaired the first meeting of the Committee on Economic Management Reforms. The deputy PM stressed the importance of focusing on sectors that can act as triggers for higher and more inclusive economic growth. The meeting deliberated on the way […]
Internal memo reveals Jazz’s next phase as full-scale digital ecosystem “JazzWorld”
ISLAMABAD Jan 1, (APP): An internal message attributed to CEO Jazz Aamir Ibrahim, circulated among employees, offers the clearest signal yet of how Jazz is repositioning itself beyond telecom into a fully integrated digital ecosystem under a new umbrella brand, JazzWorld. The message, shared internally ahead of 2026, frames the move as a structural shift rather […]
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign reserves stand over $21 billion
KARACHI, Jan 01 (APP): The total liquid foreign reserves of Pakistan stood US$ 21,012.2 million as of December 26, 2025 while the reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan rose to $ 15,915.1 million. “During the week ended on 26-Dec-2025, SBP’s FX reserves increased by US$ 13 million to US$ 15,915.1 million,” the central […]
PTA launches district-level internet licenses
ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP): Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Thursday commenced issuance of Class Licenses for the provision of internet services at the district level across Pakistan to promote local entrepreneurship, strengthen broadband infrastructure and enhance digital inclusion. The new licensing regime will allow small and medium-scale operators to offer internet services at the district […]
Committee recommends policy of voluntary blending of ethanol with locally produced petrol
ISLAMABAD, Jan 01 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Thursday chaired a meeting of the committee which recommended the policy of voluntary blending of ethanol with locally produced petrol by refineries. The committee members were given a presentation by Chairman of Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA). After detailed deliberations, […]
Mobile phone imports increases 40.51% touches to $801.139 mln
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): The import of mobile phones into the country has witnessed an increase of 40.51 percent during the first five months of the current fiscal year (2025-26) as compared to the corresponding months of last year. Pakistan imported mobile phones worth US $ 801.139 million during July-November (2025-26) as compared to the […]
PSX gains 2,301 points to close at 176,355 points
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): The benchmark KSE-100 Index of the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday closed bullish, gaining 2,301.17 points, a positive change of 1.32 percent, to settle at 176,355.49 points compared to 174,054.32 points on the previous trading day, according to PSX data. During the session, the ready market witnessed a trading volume […]
First-ever digital HIES shows literacy at 63%, household internet access rises to 70%
ISLAMABAD, Jan 1 (APP): The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) on Thursday launched the country’s first-ever fully digital Household Integrated Economic Survey (HIES) 2024–25, a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening data-driven governance and evidence-based policymaking, with results indicating notable improvements in education, health, digital access and household living standards.Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special […]