During his official visit to China, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged Chinese businesses to explore long-term investment opportunities in Pakistan, emphasizing partnerships that support economic growth rather than financial assistance. Addressing a business conference in Hangzhou, the prime minister highlighted agriculture, information technology, mining, and industrial development as priority sectors for cooperation between Pakistan and […]

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has successfully raised Rs76.29 billion for the Ministry of Finance through the 6th auction of the Government of Pakistan Hybrid Sukuk (GHS) held on May 20, 2026. Meezan Bank played a leading role as the Joint Financial Advisor in structuring and executing the transaction. The auction witnessed strong investor participation, […]

Pakistan and Kenya have agreed to double their bilateral trade over the next five years. This commitment was made during the second session of the Pakistan-Kenya Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held in Islamabad. The meeting was co-chaired by Jawad Paul, Secretary of Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce, and Regina A. Ombam, Principal Secretary of Kenya’s State […]

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission has concluded its visit to Pakistan after holding important discussions with government officials in Islamabad. The mission, which ran from May 13 to May 20, 2026, focused on the country’s recent economic developments, preparations for the upcoming FY2027 budget, and progress on structural reforms under the ongoing IMF-supported programmes. […]

Pakistan has officially revived its offshore oil and gas exploration after nearly 20 years. The government signed Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs) and Exploration Licences for 23 offshore blocks under the Offshore Bid Round 2025. These blocks cover a vast area of around 54,600 square kilometres in the Indus and Makran offshore basins. The signing ceremony […]

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong and time-tested friendship with China, describing it as an “All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership.” The statement came during a meeting with a high-level Chinese delegation led by Cai Dafeng, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC). The Chinese delegation is visiting […]

Foreign companies operating in Pakistan have repatriated more than $2 billion in profits and dividends during the first 10 months of the current fiscal year 2025-26. According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), this represents an increase of 8.7% compared to the same period last year. In April 2026 alone, foreign firms sent out […]

National Foods has reported strong financial performance over the first nine months of the year, supported by growing export demand and improved operational efficiency. The company’s profit reached Rs. 5.198 billion, reflecting steady business growth across both local and international markets. A major factor behind this performance is the rising demand for ethnic food products […]