Presidential Nod Clears Final Hurdle for PIA Privatisation: A New Dawn for Pakistan’s National Carrier? Presidential Nod Clears Final Hurdle for PIA Privatisation: A New Dawn for Pakistan’s National Carrier? What Happened In a long-anticipated move, President Asif Ali Zardari has formally approved the Pakistan International Airlines Corporation (Conversion) (Repeal) …
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Pakistan’s FY2026-27 Budget: Ambition, Geopolitics, and Domestic Challenges Pakistan’s FY2026-27 Budget: Ambition, Geopolitics, and Domestic Challenges Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, has unveiled an ambitious Rs18.8 trillion budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, targeting a 4% economic growth rate and an average inflation of 8.2%. Presented amidst considerable political friction …
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India’s Afghanistan Objectives: Destabilizing Pakistan, Envoy Tells UNSC Amid Rising Regional Tensions India’s Afghanistan Objectives: Destabilizing Pakistan, Envoy Tells UNSC Amid Rising Regional Tensions A heated exchange at a recent UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Afghanistan laid bare the simmering tensions and deep-seated mistrust between regional rivals India and …
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FIA Cracks Down on Illicit Finance and Counterfeiting: A Boost for Pakistan’s Economic Stability? FIA’s Dual Blow Against Illicit Finance and Counterfeiting: A Sign of Renewed Resolve? Recent actions by Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) in Lahore signal a growing determination to tackle deep-rooted issues undermining the nation’s economic integrity …
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Sindh Water Crisis: Looming Threat to Pakistan’s Agriculture and Economy Irrigation Water Shortage in Sindh Reaches Alarming Level: An Economic and Agricultural Catastrophe Looms The lifeblood of agriculture in Pakistan’s lower riparian province of Sindh is under severe threat. As the crucial Kharif crop season peaks, the region faces a …
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“`html Pakistan’s Asaan Scheme: A New Chapter in Tax Reform for Small Businesses Pakistan’s Asaan Scheme: A New Chapter in Tax Reform for Small Businesses What Happened: A Bid to Broaden the Tax Net In a significant move aimed at formalizing a vast segment of its economy, the Pakistani government, …
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“`html Xi Jinping’s Pyongyang Visit: Beijing Reasserts Influence Amid Shifting Geopolitics Xi Jinping’s Pyongyang Visit: Beijing Reasserts Influence Amid Shifting Geopolitics Chinese President Xi Jinping’s upcoming state visit to North Korea, scheduled for June 8-9, marks a pivotal moment in East Asian diplomacy. This trip, Xi’s first to Pyongyang in …
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Nvidia’s Charm Offensive: Jensen Huang Solidifies South Korea’s Critical AI Role Nvidia’s Charm Offensive: Jensen Huang Solidifies South Korea’s Critical AI Role Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, a figure often hailed as the rockstar of the tech world, is once again making headlines, not just for his company’s groundbreaking innovations but …
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“`html Pakistan Navigates Geopolitical Minefield: Denies Iran Nuclear Leaks, Condemns Indian Water Diversion Pakistan Navigates Geopolitical Minefield: Denies Iran Nuclear Leaks, Condemns Indian Water Diversion In a week marked by intricate diplomatic maneuvers and escalating regional concerns, Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO) has taken a firm stand on two critical geopolitical …
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“`html PM Shehbaz Stresses Immediate Follow-up on China MoUs: A Critical Juncture for Pakistan-China Economic Ties PM Shehbaz Stresses Immediate Follow-up on China MoUs: A Critical Juncture for Pakistan-China Economic Ties Islamabad, Pakistan – In a clear signal of intent, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently convened with Chinese Ambassador Jiang …
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