Industry
Pakistani carpets still in high demand in global markets: PCMEA
LAHORE, Jan 18 (APP):Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PCMEA) Acting Chairman Riaz Ahmad said on Sunday that Pakistan can enhance its ancient handmade carpet export industry by resolving problems of this vital industry as Pakistani carpets are still in high demand in the international market. Chairing a meeting of the Association’s Executive Committee (EC) […]
KATI expresses deep concern over Gul Plaza fire, commends Rescue efforts
KARACHI, Jan 18 (APP):The President of the Korangi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI), Muhammad Ikram Rajput, along with Acting Patron-in-Chief Zubair Chhaya, has expressed profound sorrow and concern over the recent fire at Gul Plaza on M.A. Jinnah Road, Karachi. In a joint statement, they extended heartfelt condolences to the families of those affected […]
Khurram Schehzad highlights Pakistan’s vision on digital assets at 27th ITCN Asia
ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP):Advisor to the Federal Finance Minister, Khurram Schehzad on Sunday emphasized the government’s evolving role in the digital economy, stating that the primary responsibility of the government was to facilitate innovation and create an enabling environment for emerging technologies. Khurram was addressing a Fireside Chat titled “Tokenizing the Sovereign Assets-Liquidity ready” at […]
Need for enhancing pulses, tea, soybean, sugarcane cultivation stressed
LAHORE, Jan 18 (APP):Pakistan can save a major chunk of its precious foreign exchange by bringing more agricultural area under the cultivation of pulses, tea, soybean and sugarcane. Convener of Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry regional committee on food, Shahid Imran, stated this in a meeting with a delegation of food importers […]
Schehzad highlights Pakistan’s vision on digital assets
LAHORE, Jan 18 (APP):Advisor to the Federal Finance Minister, Khurram Schehzad, said on Sunday that the government is actively working on policies aimed at empowering youth, particularly by creating opportunities in modern financial and digital sectors. Highlighting the global context, he noted that Bitcoin has a capped global supply of nearly 21 million units, making […]
Reforms implemented to strengthen food, agricultural governance: Ministry
ISLAMABAD, Jan 18 (APP):The government has started implementing comprehensive reforms to make food and agricultural governance more transparent, digital and publicly accountable, with a focus on curbing corruption, limiting discretionary powers and strengthening import and export systems, the Ministry of National Food Security and Research said here Sunday. In a statement, the ministry said that […]
Pakistan should explore Africa’s potential for exports and investment:Malik
LAHORE, Jan 18 (APP):Former SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAARC CCI) President Iftikhar Ali Malik on Sunday called for a coherent,Africa-focused trade strategy backed by strong public-private collaboration to tap emerging African markets. In a statement, Malik said that by diversifying exports, fostering long-term partnerships and engaging Africa as a strategic economic partner,Pakistan can […]
Pak–Philippines Pharma trade holds $1 billion potential: Abdul Razzaq Siddiq
ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (APP):Pakistan and the Philippines have the potential to expand bilateral trade in the pharmaceutical and biological sector to $1 billion, with both countries needing to diversify trade by focusing on modern medicines, vaccines and medical tools, said Pakistani business tycoon in the Philippines Abdul Razzaq Siddiq. Talking to the media, Siddiq, who […]
Pakistan customs foils two gold smuggling attempts at Jinnah international Airport
ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (APP):Pakistan Customs at Jinnah International Airport (JIAP), Karachi, have successfully foiled two separate attempts to smuggle gold and undeclared foreign currency during passenger clearance at the International Departures terminal. In both cases, a total of ten (10) STB gold bars/bullions weighing 100 tolas and foreign currency amounting to USD 11,900 were seized. […]
Jazz, ZTE, Siccotel partner to expand 5G handset access
ISLAMABAD, Jan 17 (APP): As Pakistan prepares for its next phase of digital advancement, Jazz, Pakistan’s leading connectivity provider from JazzWorld, has partnered with global technology company ZTE and local distributor Siccotel to help close one of the most critical gaps in the country’s connectivity ecosystem — access to affordable next-generation smartphones. Today, only an […]