US, China, UK remained top three destinations of Pakistani exports
The United States (US) remained the top export destination of Pakistani products during the eleven months of the current fiscal year (2022-23), followed by China and the United Kingdom (UK). Total exports to the US during July-May (2022-23) were recorded at US$ 5481.385 million as opposed the exports of US$ 6162.991 million during July- May…
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European Union to set out legal underpinnings for a digital euro
THE European Union (EU) is due on Wednesday (Jun 28) to publish draft rules that give legal underpinnings for a digital euro, if the European Central Bank (ECB) decided to issue one in coming years. Central banks across the world, from China and Japan to Brazil, Britain and Canada are looking into digital versions of…
Unity Foods’ Sunridge Taqatwar Pakistan combating Food Insecurity in collaboration with Governor Sindh
Unity Foods (UFL), a leading player in the food industry, is dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of food insecurity and malnutrition in Pakistan. To continue making a significant impact, UFL stands at the forefront with an unwavering dedication. UFL has continued its commitment through Sunridge Taqatwar Pakistan program by launching a major food ration…
Daraz Pakistan donates 200 laptops to govt schools
Daraz Pakistan has announced the donation of 200 refurbished laptops to government schools in Okara, a testament to Daraz’s dedication to supporting education and ensuring that students have access to essential technology resources. The donation aims to provide students enrolled in 8 schools in Okara with refurbished laptops, enabling them to thrive in today’s learning…
National Savings to launch four Shariah-compliant investment and saving scheme
Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar reiterated firm resolve of the government to implement Shariah Compliant financial system to promote and encourage interest-free Islamic banking and finance in the country. Addressing the launching ceremony of the Shariah Compliant products by the Central Directorate of National Saving (CDNS), the minister said the directorate…
PAFLA hosts ‘Future of Work’ conference in Karachi highlighting freelancers and digital influencers
The Pakistan Freelancers Association’s (PAFLA’s) “Future of Work (FoW)”: Collaborating with Freelancers, Influencers and Entrepreneurs for Success in the Digital Age” was hosted this Saturday, June 24, 2023 in Karachi. The first-of-its-kind event brought together prominent names from the digital and freelancing landscape to shed light on the prospects, opportunities, and challenges that are present…
ECC approves exports by mills in Sindh, allows them remaining 32,000 MT in 60 days
The meeting of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the Summary of the Ministry of Commerce regarding the extension of the period for the export of Sugar quota by sugar mills in Sindh and allowed them to export the remaining sugar quota of 32,000 MT within 60 days with effect from 12th June onwards in…
Emirates to ramp up flights ahead of Hajj and Eid Al Adha surge
With the commencement of the Hajj season and upcoming Eid Al Adha celebrations, Emirates is layering on additional flights to key regional destinations to meet significant travel demand during this special period. Additional Flights for Hajj As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia lifts all Hajj travel restrictions for the first time in three years, Emirates…
Pakistan to support Azerbaijan in mobile manufacturing, telecom sectors: Amin ul Haque
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Syed Amin ul Haque has said that Pakistan had vast investment opportunities in various sectors including IT and Telecom. “We wish the bilateral relations in the Technology sector to be strengthened and the trade volume to increase further, he said during a meeting with Ambassador of Azerbaijan Khazar…
IsDB’s partnership to help flood-hit people rebuild lives: PM Shehbaz Sharif
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the Islamic Development Bank’s beneficial partnership with Pakistan would go a long way in helping the flood-hit people of the country to rebuild their lives and livelihoods. The prime minister, in a meeting with IsDB President Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser٫ on the sidelines of New Global Financial Pact Summit…