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ECC approves TSGs to support development, defence, digital initiatives
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP): The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Tuesday approved Technical Supplementary Grants (TSGs) to support development, defence and digital initiatives. The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet met today at the Finance Division under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, said a […]
CPBC President opens “Gong Ceremony” at Pakistan Stock Exchange
ISLAMABAD, Jan 13 (APP):President of the Canada Pakistan Business Council (CPBC), Samir Dossal, performed the ceremonial market opening “Gong Ceremony” at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Tuesday. The event served as a celebration of the $1 billion bilateral trade milestone and the deepening institutional ties between the PSX and the Canadian business community, said […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Promoting SMEs key to unlock growth, employment opportunities: SAPM Haroon Akhtar
KARACHI, Jan 12 (APP):The Special Assistant to Prime Minister for Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan, assuring government support to the promotion of SME sector on Monday, highlighted the responsive policies and targeted facilitation to unlock growth and employment opportunities in the country. “SMEs form the backbone of our industrial ecosystem. Supporting them through responsive […]
Global Economic Relations Must Be Rebuilt to Overcome Current Crisis: Iftikhar Ali Malik
Lahore, January 11:Former President of the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Iftikhar Ali Malik, has said that Pakistan must fundamentally restructure its external economic relations to overcome the current economic crisis, with a strong focus on sustainable reforms, competitiveness, and innovation. In a statement issued on Sunday, he emphasized that the time has come […]
KP Govt approves major free solar energy project for merged districts
PESHAWAR, Jan 12 (APP):The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to launch a large-scale solar energy project in the merged tribal districts, aiming to provide free solar power to hundreds of thousands of residents. The project will be implemented in Khyber, Kurram, Bajaur, Orakzai, Mohmand, North Waziristan, and South Waziristan. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization […]