Trade
Lok Mela third day concludes with a vibrant Punjab cultural night
ISLAMABAD: The ongoing Lok Mela 2025, organized by the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa) under the Ministry of National Heritage and Culture, continued to draw massive crowds on its third day, with thousands of visitors immersing themselves in Pakistan’s living traditions, crafts, and regional performances. Held at Lok Virsa’s Open Air […]
Historic cultural exchange: China’s $2.2 billion blockbuster ‘ne zha 2’ lands in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD/BEIJING: A significant milestone in cultural and cinematic exchange has been achieved as HKC Entertainment, in collaboration with Mandviwalla Entertainment, prepares to release the Chinese animated sensation ‘Ne Zha 2’ across Pakistan on Friday, 31 October 2025. This release marks a historic moment, as Ne Zha 2 is the first Chinese film to be imported […]
PFC CEO calls for establishment of intl standard skill development centres
LAHORE:Pakistan Furniture Council (PFC) Chief Executive Officer Mian Kashif Ashfaq on Sunday urged the government to establish state-of-the-art, international standard skill development centres to train youth on modern and scientific lines for producing world-class skilled manpower. Chairing a meeting of the PFC Board of Directors here, he said Pakistan possesses immense talent and potential in […]
Pakistan can turn strategic connectivity into economic strength: Iftikhar Malik
LAHORE: SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry former President Iftikhar Ali Malik on Sunday congratulated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for successfully hosting the two-day Regional Transport Ministers Conference in Islamabad, which focused on transport cooperation frameworks and investment partnerships among participating countries. In a statement issued here, Iftikhar Ali Malik said Pakistan must transform its […]
Pakistan’s home textile exports to China recorded 31% increase from January to September
BEIJING: Pakistan’s home textile exports to China recorded a strong upswing in the first three quarters of 2025, crossing $4.36 million from January to September. This is a 31% year-on-year increase from the $3.32 million recorded during the same period last year, according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs of China […]
Bilal Azhar Kayani reaffirms govt’s commitment for fostering business environment
ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani on Wednesday reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment towards fostering a conducive business environment through transparency, continuity of policies and facilitation of private sector growth. The minister convened an interactive session, as continuation of series of engagements with the leading representatives of Pakistan’s business community, under the […]
Microfinance lifeline of small business growth: CEO Mobilink Bank
ISLAMABAD: Empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is vital to Pakistan’s socio-economic development, and microfinance plays a pivotal role in enabling that empowerment, said President and CEO of Mobilink Microfinance Bank Limited (MMBL), Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary. “By expanding access to finance and supporting small entrepreneurs, we can build a stronger ecosystem that drives sustainable economic […]
FTO resolved 57000 taxpayers complaints in 4 years with a proactive approach: Asif Mahmood Jah
KARACHI: Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Dr Asif Mahmood Jah, Wednesday, informed that the FTO Secretariat during his four-year tenure has resolved 57,000 complaints pertaining to taxpayers’ grievances, a remarkable achievement compared to the 37,000 cases collectively resolved over the last 21 years. “From small taxpayers to large corporate entities, we have ensured maximum relief and […]
Govt developing ‘National Olive Plan 2030’ to promote olive cultivation: Tanveer
ISLAMABAD: Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday said that the government is developing a National Olive Plan 2030, a policy framework focusing on research, investment, training and international cooperation to promote sustainable olive cultivation in Pakistan. The minister addressed the Pakistan Olive Summit 2.0, emphasizing that the olive sector […]
Rici Melion Enters a New Era of Luxury Menswear
ISLAMABAD: Italian luxury menswear house Rici Melion, renowned for its bespoke tailoring and craftsmanship, continues to expand its footprint across Pakistan. With the rapid growth of its ready-to-wear line, the brand marks yet another milestone in redefining modern luxury fashion. “This is a new dawn for Rici Melion – a vision of modernity infused with heritage,” […]