Govt unveils big power relief for exporters

Islamabad: Finance Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday struck a deal with exporters under which subsidised electricity at nearly Rs20 per unit would be provided to them in a move that will restore the trader community’s confidence ...

Spend smart, not big

FBR's recent push to secure 1,087 new vehicles and other incentives under a Rs32.5 billion package has sparked heated debate in Pakistan's corridors of power. While the FBR argues that the cars are critical for physical verifica...

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Bridging gaps in growth and governance

LAHORE: Pakistan faces significant challenges in industrial and agricultural productivity, struggling to keep pace with global standards. Key sectors, such as textiles, rely heavily on outdated technologies, lack diversification...

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Govt urged to unlock $100bn in construction investment

KARACHI: The Pakistani business community has called upon the government to implement measures to revive the construction sector, arguing it could unlock $100 billion in investment and prevent capital flight. President of the...

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Balochistan offers immense investment opportunities: CM Bugti

QUETTA: Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has said Balochistan is Pakistan’s gateway to regional and global trade, highlighting that the province offers immense investment opportunities and has the potential to become a leading e...

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Rupee recovered losses to end higher against dollar

KARACHI: The rupee recovered from two days of losses to close stronger against the dollar on Thursday. In the interbank market, the rupee ended at 278.72 per dollar, up from 278.85 in the previous session. In the open market,...

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