Port Qasim cuts exporter charges by 50% to boost trade, economic growth: Junaid Chaudhry
Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has announced a 50 percent reduction in port charges for exporters, aligning with the government’s reform agenda to enhance trade and economic growth.
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Pakistan shifts gear, new electric vehicle policy aims for 30% green cars by 2030
The federal government has unveiled an ambitious New Electric Vehicle Policy (NEVP) 2025–2030, aiming to accelerate Pakistan’s shift toward sustainable transport, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and curb climate-warming emissions.
Pakistan Accelerates Toward Clean Transport with NEV Policy 2025–30
The federal government officially launched the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, announcing an initial subsidy of PKR 9 billion for the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in the upcoming fiscal year.
Pakistan’s Telecom Growth Surges Past 200 Million Milestone
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) proudly announces a historic milestone—crossing 200 million telecom subscribers nationwide.
Dar’s Budget Update: Digital Tax Stays Local, Solar GST Cut to 10%
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday said that the digital sales tax on services would remain within the jurisdiction of provinces, while the proposed 18% GST tax on solar panels had been reviewed and revised down to 10% following consultations.
DWP Group and Sital Klima Sign Strategic MoU to boost Local HVAC Manufacturing
In a major move to bolster the local HVAC industry, DWP Group has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sital Klima, a renowned global HVAC solutions provider.
Careem Shuts Down Operations in Pakistan
Careem, the Middle Eastern ride-hailing service owned by Uber, has announced that it will suspend its operations in Pakistan starting July 18.
FPCCI body to negotiate on law regarding businessmen’s arrest
Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Tuesday rejected the law permitting arrest of businessmen and constituted an eight-member committee led by its President Atif Ikram Sheikh to engage in negotiations with relevant authorities in this regard.
PM Responds to Media Reports on Tax Defaulters’ Arrests, Forms Special Committee
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of media reports concerning the arrest of tax defaulters and has issued strict directives to ensure that no legal amendments are misused to harass the business community or taxpayers under any circumstances.
PTCL Group & TPL Insurance Partner to Enable Device Financing for Enterprises through Financial Guarantee Framework
PTCL Group (PTCL & Ufone 4G), has partnered with TPL Insurance to launch a groundbreaking financial guarantee system aimed at adoption of digital tools, handhelds and IoT equipment across industries and organizations irrespective of their size.