Industry
Kerb currency market
KARACHI, Jan 13 (APP):Following were the Opening Rates of foreign currencies in kerb market issued by the Forex Association of Pakistan (FAP), here on Tuesday. F.C. LOW RATE HIGH RATE (Inter […]
Shipping activity at Port Qasim
KARACHI, Jan 13 (APP):Shipping activity was report at the port where six ships, MSC Michaela, Eleni-T, Puerto Rosario, Sheng Hang-005, YC Pancy and Al-Wakrah scheduled to load/offload Container, Rice/Cement, Palm oil, Chemicals and LNG, berthed at Qasim International Container Terminal, Multi-Purpose Terminal, Liquid Cargo Terminal, Engro Vopak Terminal and Engro Elengy Terminal respectively during last […]
Pakistan, Japanese government sign JPY 2.91 billion grant project
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP):The government of Pakistan and Japan signed a grant agreement worth JPY 2.91 billion (US$18.62 million) for improving Child health. A signing ceremony of the Grant Agreement, Exchange of Notes and Record of Discussion between the Governments of Pakistan and Japan under the project titled “Improvement of Child Health Care Facilities in […]
Water-related challenges, threats to be addressed on priority: Ahsan
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP):Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal on Tuesday said that the government will address water-related challenges and threats on a priority basis, with a focus on practical, timely and sustainable solutions. He was chairing the first meeting of the Task Force on National Water Security, directing the formation of […]
NBP Exchange Rates
KARACHI, Jan 13 (APP):Treasury Management Division of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) on Tuesday the following exchange rates. CURRENCY SYMBOL TT Selling TT Buying US DOLLAR […]
Foreign exchange rates
KARACHI, Jan 13 (APP):The Exchange Rates Committee of Financial Markets Association of Pakistan issued the following Exchange rates bulletin, here on Tuesday. CONVERSION RATES FOR JANUARY 13, 2026 FOR FOREIGN CURRENCY FOR FORWARD COVER FOR DEPOSITS (EXCLUDING FE-25 DEPOSITS) SBP SETTLEMENT VALUE DATE JANUARY 15, 2026 USD 279.9743 GBP […]
SMEDA briefs businessmen about business development
LAHORE, Jan 12 (APP):Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) apprised the local businessmen about the business development services of SMEDA including pre-feasibilities, planning and taxation to ensure success of an SME. A two-member team of experts Saddam Qazi and Aamir Tariq informed the businessmen at the SMEDA stall at the SME Finance & Banking […]
PTEA demands structural reforms for economic growth
FAISALABAD, Jan 12 (APP):Pakistan Textile Exporters Association (PTEA) has demanded the government to undertake structural reforms to restore competitiveness and stimulate economic growth. In a statement here on Monday, PTEA Chairman Sohail Pasha underscored the critical role of the textile sector and said that it contributes significantly to country’s GDP and employment. He said that […]
PM-led reforms to facilitate industry, enure EoDB, boost exports: LCCI
LAHORE, Jan 12 (APP):Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) on Monday welcomed the reform proposals initiated on the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to improve the ease of doing business (EoDB) and rationalise energy and trade tariffs, terming them essential for accelerating export-led growth and reducing Pakistan’s reliance on external financial assistance. LCCI […]
Economic indicators show improvement amid government economic reforms: Ahsan Iqbal
ISLAMABAD, Jan 12 (APP): Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal announced on Monday that economic indicators in the country have shown significant improvement, attributing this positive trend to ongoing economic reforms and stabilization policies implemented in December 2025. During the launch of the “Monthly Development Report, January 2026,” Iqbal revealed that despite the challenges posed […]