Pakistan’s fertilizer industry closed calendar year 2025 on a strong note, recording its highest-ever urea sales as demand surged sharply toward the end of the year. According to a report by AKD Securities, total urea offtake reached a record 6.7 million tonnes in CY25, reflecting a 2% increase compared to the previous year. A major […]

Khurram Schehzad, Advisor to the Finance Minister of Pakistan, has challenged the view that provincial governments are performing better than the federal government in tax collection. Citing data from FBR, he said provincial revenues remain far below their true potential despite having large constitutionally assigned tax bases. In a post shared on X on Friday, […]

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has announced plans to develop Ziarat Hasan Shah Island into a modern centre for eco-tourism, sports tourism, and lifestyle retreats. The project aims to balance environmental protection with long-term economic benefits for coastal communities. While chairing a meeting on Wednesday, the minister said the project has […]

Pakistan has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SC Financial Technologies, a company affiliated with World Liberty Financial—the main crypto business of former US President Donald Trump’s family to explore the use of stablecoins for cross-border payments. The announcement was made by the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA) on Wednesday. Under the agreement, […]

The federal government has announced plans to establish a large Export Processing Zone (EPZ) on 6,000 acres of land belonging to Pakistan Steel Mills (PSM). The initiative aims to strengthen export-led growth and attract local and foreign investment by providing a dedicated industrial space for export-oriented businesses. The proposal was shared by Secretary of Industries […]

The Pakistani government has announced plans to set up a large Export Processing Zone (EPZ) on 6,000 acres at the Pakistan Steel Mills site, aiming to strengthen the country’s export-oriented industries. The move is part of a broader strategy to improve manufacturing, attract investment, and enhance the nation’s global trade performance. The announcement was made […]

Pakistan has introduced a new draft policy aimed at promoting local manufacturing of mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices. The Mobile and Electronics Device Manufacturing Policy 2026-2030 is designed to strengthen domestic production, increase exports, and create job opportunities across the country. Under the plan, the government aims to produce 50% of mobile […]

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are holding discussions to convert nearly $2 billion in Saudi loans into a defence deal involving JF-17 Thunder fighter jets. If finalized, the move would mark an important step in strengthening military and strategic cooperation between the two countries. According to sources familiar with the matter, the talks are linked to […]