Internet Shutdowns Cost Pakistan 1.3 Billions in 24 hours
A 24-hour internet shutdown in Pakistan costs the economy Rs1.3 billion, or about 0.57% of the country’s daily GDP. This…
Government’s ‘Winter Package’ Aims to Empower Industries with Affordable Electricity
Islamabad: The government of Pakistan is taking decisive steps to ensure a stable and affordable electricity supply during the winter…
Pakistan’s Petrochemical Policy, A Transformative Step Towards Economic Growth and Self-Sufficiency
The federal government of Pakistan is currently in the final stages of crafting its inaugural Petrochemical Policy, marking a pivotal…
UNHCR and IOM’s Urgent Appeal: Protecting Afghan Refugees in Pakistan
Islamabad: In an ever-shifting world, besieged by crises and uncertainties, the predicament of Afghan refugees emerges as a poignant and…
SBP Set to Introduce RAAST Payment Systems for FBR and BISP
Islamabad: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has been actively exploring multiple avenues within the RAAST payment systems. The central…
Rupee notches its 22nd consecutive gain closes at 282.69 against the USD
Islamabad: The Pakistani rupee has been consistently displaying a commendable upward trajectory against the US dollar, demonstrating a notable 0.33…
Pakistan Imposes a Ban on Exporting 212 items to Afghanistan
Islamabad: The Ministry of Commerce has implemented an export ban on 212 items destined for Afghanistan, as outlined in the…
The SBP Clarifies Bank Deposits are Completely Secure
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) clarifies in a press release that all deposits in banking systems are secure. As a…
United Nations warns of global economic growth stall to 2.4 percent
The United Nations cautions that the global economy is at risk of a prolonged slowdown unless there are reforms in…