PM Shahbaz Sharif
NHA revenue surges 63% amid reforms, Minister tells Senate panel
Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan informed the Senate Standing Committee on Communications on Friday that the National Highway Authority (NHA) has recorded a 63 percent increase in revenue, attributing the growth to wide-ranging reforms and improved management practices. Briefing the committee on ongoing and planned development works, the minister highlighted progress on motorways, […]
DPM chairs meeting regarding IT exports
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Friday chaired a meeting regarding the export of IT services. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) gave a detailed presentation on enhancing IT exports to the world and generating substantial revenue and forex reserves for Pakistan. The DPM/FM stressed on the importance of IT and […]
Federal Minister for Board of Investment Meets Renowned Industrialist Mr. Tariq Rafi
Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, held an important meeting today with Mr. Tariq Rafi (Sitara-e-Imtiaz), a renowned industrialist, in Islamabad. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the country’s overall economic landscape and emerging investment opportunities. The Federal Minister highlighted that Pakistan’s economic outlook is improving, creating a conducive environment […]
Senator Aurangzeb highlights digital banking, financial inclusion and cashless economy drive
Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday said that the national drive towards digitization has gathered strong momentum, including at the highest level and that clear performance targets are being pursued through a coordinated approach across key pillars covering digital infrastructure, payment systems and rails and digitization of government-related payments.He stated this […]
World Bank appreciates Petroleum Division for Successful Resolution of LNG Surplus Issue
Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with the World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar, to discuss ongoing and future reforms in Pakistan’s energy sector, with a particular focus on gas sector sustainability. During the meeting, Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar appreciated the Petroleum Division for successfully resolving the […]
PM approves Halal Meat Export Policy, directs measures to increase export
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday approved the Halal Meat Export Policy and issued special directions to present, within two weeks, a three-year comprehensive strategy comprising practical measures to increase halal meat export. “A comprehensive strategy, formulated through coordination among all relevant federal ministries and provincial governments, is essential to make Pakistan’s share in […]
PM Shehbaz welcomes IT reform proposals, calls sector key engine of economic growth
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday underscored the central role of the information technology (IT) sector in driving Pakistan’s economic revival, noting that the industry has continued to grow despite persistent macroeconomic challenges. Chairing a meeting of the private sector working group on IT-led economic development, the prime minister welcomed the recommendations presented by […]
PM to lead Pakistan’s delegation at FII9 in Riyadh
ISLAMABAD: At the invitation of Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will lead a high-level delegation to Riyadh from 27 to 29 October to participate in the Ninth Edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII9). The delegation will include Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister […]
PM for fostering affection, unity to overcome all challenges
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Saturday, stressed upon fostering affection, unity and brotherhood among all segments of society living in different provinces, coupled with sacrifices and hard work to overcome all the challenges. Addressing participants of ‘Balochistan Workshop’ he said that problems did exist but Pakistan was like a shared home to everyone. It […]