Pakistan Crypto Council Names Bilal Bin Saqib as Chief Advisor
In a strategic move to underscore Pakistan’s dedication to technological advancement, the Government has appointed Bilal Bin Saqib MBE as the Chief Advisor to the Finance Minister on the Pakistan Crypto Council.
Adil Aziz
Fatima Fertilizer wins two prestigious awards at the 14th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Awards
Fatima Fertilizer has been honored with two prestigious accolades at the 14th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards 2025, recognizing its unwavering commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The company was awarded the Corporate Non-Profit Partnership and SDG Pioneer Award.
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Finance Minister Meets with Dairy Sector Executives to Address Industry Issues
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, chaired a meeting with representatives of the Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) to discuss challenges faced by the industry and explore policy measures for its growth.
Finance Minister’s New Directive: All Segments to Pay Taxes for National Good
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, expressed concern over the retail sector’s minimal tax contributions. Despite accounting for a substantial 19% of the country’s GDP, the sector pays a mere 1% in taxes. This disparity has raised questions about the retail sector’s role in contributing to the national exchequer and the need for more equitable tax policies.
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Pak-Russia Freight Train Pilot Set to Launch on March 15
Pakistan Railways Freight CEO Sufiyan Sarfaraz Dogar Announces Pakistan-Russia International Freight Train Service to Launch on March 15, 2025, Boosting Regional Trade with Iran, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Russia.
Thai Diplomat Seeks KCCI’s Help to Finalize Free Trade Agreement with Pakistan
The Ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan, Rongvudhi Virabutr, while underscoring the need to conclude the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Thailand and Pakistan, urged the Karachi Chamber to push the government to finalize the FTA as soon as possible which would certainly help in further improving the existing trade ties between the two countries.
CDC and IAP sign MoU for Life Insurance Policy Finder
Being at the forefront of end-user facilitation and creating ease of doing business, the Central Depository Company of Pakistan Limited (CDCPL) has signed an important Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Insurance Association of Pakistan (IAP) to enable and provide the Life Insurance Policy Finder for policyholders and their beneficiaries.
Government Considers Tax Relief for Salaried Individuals in Upcoming Budget
The federal government is considering easing the tax burden on salaried individuals in the next budget after their income tax contributions surged to PKR 285 billion in the first seven months of the current fiscal year—an increase of Rs.100 billion compared to the same period last year.
Sindh govt with Dewan Group to Introduce 500 Electric Taxis
Special Assistant to Chief Minister of Sindh for Investment and Public-Private Partnership, Syed Qasim Naveed Qamar, met Dewan Muhammad Yousuf Farooqui, the head of Dewan Group, to discuss the ambitious project. During the meeting, Dewan Farooqui highlighted that Dewan Group is working on a project to introduce 500 electric taxis across Sindh, with an estimated cost of Rs.2.5 billion.
Bank Alfalah Secures Qist Bazaar’s Growth with Rs.55 Million Equity and Rs.460 Million Credit Line
Bank Alfalah, one of Pakistan’s leading financial institutions, has reinforced its commitment to financial inclusion by increasing its investment in Qist Bazaar, Pakistan’s rapidly growing buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) platform catering to essential purchases of people with minimal and easy instalments.