BoI minister woos overseas Pakistanis, highlights investor-friendly policies, global outreach ISLAMABAD: ISLAMABAD The Pakistani business community in London hosted a reception in honour of Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh during his official visit to the United Kingdom, according to a statement issued on Saturday. The event was attended by prominent members…
Project to include modern studios, sound stages, post-production laboratories, comprehensive shooting facilities Punjab CM announces the establishment of a 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore. PHOTO: GOVT OF PUNJAB Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced on Sunday the establishment of a 50-acre Punjab Film City in Lahore, describing the project as a major step towards…
ISLAMABAD: A significant mid-April surge in dam discharges lifted hydropower generation, trimming, though not ending, load shedding across the country. The Power Division on Saturday said hydropower generation rose to 6,000 megawatts during peak hours Friday night, allowing authorities to limit load management despite a surge in electricity demand. According to a spokesperson, increased water…
Plan under study to connect Gwadar with ports of Iran and Oman to make it re-export hub ISLAMABAD: A plan is under study to form a bloc comprising Pakistan, Iran and Oman to ramp up regional trade and give a boost to trade activities at Gwadar Port. “In future geopolitical policymaking, Pakistan, Iran and Oman…
US President Donald Trump. SCREENGRAB The Strait of Hormuz has always been more than a narrow waterway. It is a lever that, when pulled, does not simply interrupt the flow of oil but rearranges the geography of power itself. The ongoing aggression against Iran by the US–Israel axis, and the slow choking of this chokepoint…
Asks to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees exemption from licensing requirements Solar panel. Photo: ANADOLU AGENCY ISLAMABAD: The Power Division on Sunday formally asked Nepra to review its regulations, seeking the removal of fees and a licensing exemption for solar consumers with systems under 25 kilowatts (kW), following a directive from Energy Minister…
Initiative will significantly enhance Pakistan’s representation, proactive participation in regional, global economies KARACHI: Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) President Atif Ikram Sheikh has announced the formation of national committees for various international forums, including ECO CCI, the Pakistan-EU Business Forum, CACCI, the Pakistan-ASEAN Business Forum, the Commonwealth, D-8 CCI and the…
. PALM BEACH: US President Donald Trump hosted winners of his second annual meme coin contest at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, offering top buyers of his $TRUMP cryptocurrency an audience with him even as the token’s value has plunged more than 95% from its peak last year. The gala took…
PLL floated urgent tenders for the import of three LNG cargoes covering the delivery window from April 27 to May 14 ISLAMABAD: After securing multiple bids for short-term supply, the Pakistan LNG Limited (PLL) board on Saturday approved the purchase of one liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from the spot market, scheduled to arrive in…
BEIJING: The 2026 China International Sesame Conference (Spring), held in the coastal city of Qingdao, brought together global stakeholders from across the sesame value chain to discuss market trends, trade cooperation and future supply dynamics. The event served as a key platform for exporters, importers and industry leaders to strengthen partnerships and explore new opportunities…