Pakistan government on track to conclude IMF review
Rebutting a report on Pakistan’s financing concerns, the finance ministry said the government remained on track to achieve its primary balance targets and conclude an upcoming…
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PML-N leader Nawaz to return to Pakistan on Oct 21: Shehbaz
Party president Shehbaz had said in July that if the PML-N was voted to power in the forthcoming elections, Nawaz would be the party’s candidate for the slot of prime minister.
Pakistan army to assist government in curbing illegal activities hampering economic growth
The resolve comes less than a week after Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir assured the business community of fostering transparency in dollar exchange and interbank rates.
‘Misinformation’: Pakistan Embassy in US rebuts reports of visa refusals over PTI links
The issue was raised after recent media reports claimed the Pakistan Embassy had denied visas to American citizens of Pakistani origin on the basis of their association with the…
President Alvi discusses polls with interim law minister
The Election Commission of Pakistan has ruled out elections this year, while the 90-day limit for holding polls following the dissolution of the National Assembly ends on Nov 9.
Afghan govt has arrested some perpetrators of terrorism in Pakistan: Foreign minister Jilani
The minister’s statement comes as Pakistan continues to face terror incidents against the backdrop of growing concerns regarding cross-border terrorism by elements based in…
Making money virtually: The success of video chat applications in Pakistan
In March 2023, the State Bank reported that over $8.93 million was remitted out of Pakistan in the last two years through video chat apps.
Karachi police detain several PTI workers participating in bike rally
As several PTI members reached Nursery on motorcycles to express solidarity with their leader, Imran Khan, police detained some of them. The PTI’s spokesperson Falak Almas said…
Pakistan required to keep state-owned enterprises under finance ministry oversight: IMF
Pakistan has been discussing outsourcing operations of several of its state-owned assets to outside companies.
‘The fear is not going away’: Christians afraid to return to homes in Jaranwala
Community members and advocates say the trauma and fear will be tough to heal, and their safety is not assured.