Islamabad: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, chaired by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, approved several key proposals, including a price increase for Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) and a special…
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Pakistan and Malaysia Sign Four MoUs to Strengthen Trade Relations
Islamabad: Pakistan and Malaysia have signed four key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to boost trade and business cooperation between the two countries. The agreements were witnessed by Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan during a ceremon…
Read MoreBenazir Income Support Programme Renews Partnership with UN WFP to Combat Malnutrition in Pakistan
Islamabad: The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) have renewed their collaborative efforts under the Benazir Nashonuma Programme for an additional two years. This extension aims to combat malnutri…
Read MoreWorld Bank Reaffirms Support for Pakistan’s Revenue Mobilization Efforts in Meeting with FBR Chairman
Islamabad: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) in Islamabad hosted a high-level delegation from the World Bank, including Country Director Mr. Najy Benhassine, to discuss ongoing reforms and the transformation of Pakistan’s revenue services. The meetin…
Read MorePakistan and Malaysia Commit to Expanding Bilateral Cooperation
Islamabad: Pakistan and Malaysia have pledged to deepen their bilateral cooperation across various sectors including trade, economy, banking, food technology, and agriculture. This commitment was reinforced during a meeting between President Asif Ali …
Read MorePakistan Faces Temperature Anomalies and Varied Rainfall Patterns in September, Says Meteorological Report
Islamabad: Pakistan experienced significant variations in rainfall and temperatures in September 2024, with some regions facing extreme drought conditions while others saw moderate to heavy rainfall, as per the latest Drought Bulletin from the Pakista…
Read MorePakistan Business and Disability Network Hosts Inaugural Policy Dialogue on Disability Inclusion
Karachi: The Pakistan Business and Disability Network (PBDN) successfully hosted its first Policy Dialogue on Disability Inclusion, bringing together government officials, private sector representatives, international organizations, and organizations …
Read MoreKashmir’s Saffron Cultivation at Risk Amid Global Warming Challenges
Srinagar: Saffron cultivation, a centuries-old tradition and vital economic resource in Kashmir, is facing severe challenges due to rising global temperatures and erratic weather patterns. The changing climate is threatening both the livelihoods of lo…
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