Traders need to tap $3 trillion ASEAN market: RCCI
Thailand can significantly provide economic and trade opportunities to Pakistan by connecting it with the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) market. The speakers expressed these views on the occasion of the 34th Achievement Awards ceremony and conference organized by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) in Bangkok, Thailand, said a statement issued…
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ECC Okays to encourage foreign investment in the new LNG terminals
Cabinet to Okay private investment in LNG Terminals
President appoints Jameel Ahmed as Governor State Bank
President Dr. Arif Alvi has approved the appointment of Jameel Ahmed as Governor State Bank of Pakistan, the President House said Friday The President gave the approval on the advice of the prime minister under Article 48(1) of the Constitution and in line with Section 11-A (1) of the State Bank of Pakistan Act.
Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan introduces digital-only insurers and microinsurers
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Thursday introduced registration regime for digital-only insurers and dedicated microinsurers. This will promote digitalization and improve customer convenience through instant provision of services. In this regard, amendments to the Insurance Rules, 2017 have been notified vide SRO 1513(I)/2022, said a press release issued here. The new framework…
PTA, A4A1 workshop underscores importance of Gender Inclusion in ICTs
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in collaboration with Alliance for Affordable Internet (A4AI) on Thursday organised a Digital Gender Sensitization workshop that focused on gender inclusion in ICTs and facilitating digital empowerment of women in Pakistan. Additional Secretary (Incharge) IT&T Mohsin Mushtaq was the chief guest on this occasion whereas Chairman PTA, Major General (R)…
Nazia Hassan Shines On Times Square’s Billboard As EQUAL Ambassador
The Queen of Pop was honored by Spotify on her 22nd Death Anniversary by being featured as the EQUAL Ambassador for the month of August Remembered as one of the most influential singers in the sub-continent and referred to as “The Queen of South Asian Pop” by her fans, Nazia Hassan lit up Spotify’s digital…
Government lifts ban on import of non-essential goods
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Miftah Ismail here on Thursday announced lifting of ban on import of non-essential and luxury goods on the demand of International Monetary Fund (IMF), however said that the Regulatory Duties (RDs) would be enhanced manifold to discourage import of such products. “It is requirement of international community that there…
UNIDO organized first ever Energy Performance Awards in Pakistan
United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) organized a first-ever Energy Performance Awards 2022 in Pakistan to honor high achievers in energy-intensive industries. The event was graced by Federal Minister of Industries and Production Syed Murtaza Mahmud, who as the chief Guest distributed awards among the winners. Minister in his remarks said, “It is heartening to…
Ali Zafar to mentor young artists, announces talent hunt
Vocal powerhouse Ali Zafar keeps promoting budding artists by giving them a chance to showcase their talent before the audience. Once again, the heartthrob has taken an initiative to groom young talent. Zafar has won millions of hearts not only with back-to-back hit tracks but also with his phenomenal acting skills. The man of many…
Exports up by 32.49 per cent to Rs.494.7 billion in July
The exports from the country in rupee term witnessed an increase of 32.49 per cent during the first month of current fiscal year (2022-23) as compared to the corresponding month of last year, Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) reported. The exports during July 2022 were recorded at Rs. Rs.494,720 million as against the exports of…