Pakistan’s civil aviation sector is facing serious challenges and needs a complete long-term plan to improve, according to the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP). In a recent report, the CCP said high ticket prices, few airlines, and outdated rules have stopped the industry from growing properly. The commission pointed out that air travel in Pakistan […]

Private companies in Pakistan are showing strong interest in taking over freight operations on Pakistan Railways. Business leaders say the railway freight business has been losing money for many years because of old systems and poor management. Now they believe private firms can bring better planning, modern equipment, and faster service to move goods across […]

Gold has taken the top spot as the world’s largest global reserve asset for the first time in nearly three decades. By early 2026, central banks around the world held gold worth about $4 trillion. This amount slightly passed the $3.9 trillion value of United States Treasury securities held as reserves. The change happened because […]

A major Chinese aerospace investment group is planning to explore a large investment in Pakistan, with discussions looking at a possible $5 to $10 billion commitment across several industries. The interest was shared during a meeting with Pakistan’s Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, who leads the government body in charge of attracting foreign investment. The Chinese company, […]

Pakistan’s business sentiment has improved sharply, according to the latest survey by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Business Confidence Index moved up by 11 points to reach +22 percent, reflecting growing optimism across key sectors of the economy. The survey includes companies that represent a large share of Pakistan’s economic output. […]

The Government of Pakistan is considering changing how petrol and diesel prices are set, moving from a fortnightly schedule to weekly updates amid rising global oil market volatility. Officials say the shift is aimed at keeping domestic fuel markets stable and more responsive to fast-changing international prices caused by regional tensions and supply disruptions. Under […]

Industry leaders in Pakistan have raised serious concerns that the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran could damage the country’s balance of payments if trade routes remain disrupted. The warning follows reports that Tehran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key international shipping lane through which a large share of Pakistan’s […]

Pakistan’s biggest gas distribution company has announced plans to reduce gas supply to several industrial consumers due to serious disruptions in global energy trade. The decision follows escalating tensions in the Middle East, which have affected key supply routes and export facilities. The crisis has reportedly impacted the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route […]