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New Zealand-India FTA promises jobs and export growth

Pakistan, Dec. 22 -- New Zealand said it has agreed to a wide-ranging free trade deal with India, eliminating tariffs on 95 percent of its exports. Trade Minister Todd McClay said the deal, effective ... Read More


ASEAN meeting: Malaysia pushes for Cambodia-Thailand peace

Pakistan, Dec. 22 -- Malaysia's Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan called on Cambodia and Thailand to fully implement an existing ceasefire agreement. He emphasized that ASEAN must take all necessary step... Read More


Air pollution in Lahore reaches critical stage

Pakistan, Dec. 20 -- Lahore's air quality reached critical levels on Friday evening, according to IQAir data. The citywide AQI peaked at 504 at 5pm, placing Lahore among the world's most polluted citi... Read More


Digital boom: Pakistan's IT exports hit record $1.8bn

Pakistan, Dec. 20 -- Pakistan's information technology exports surged 19 percent to reach $1.8 billion in the first five months of the fiscal year. The growth reflects rising global demand for the co... Read More


Famine lifted in Gaza, but food crisis continues, UN warns

Pakistan, Dec. 20 -- The UN declared the famine in Gaza, first announced in August, officially over on Friday. Improved access for humanitarian aid helped ease extreme hunger. However, the UN warned t... Read More


Pakistan gets $700m World Bank boost for fiscal stability

Pakistan, Dec. 20 -- The World Bank has approved $700 million for Pakistan to support macroeconomic stability and public service delivery. The financing is part of the Pakistan Public Resources for In... Read More


Karachi Extortion Threats Push Builders Toward Shutdown

Pakistan, Dec. 18 -- Real estate builders in Karachi warned of a business shutdown over Karachi extortion threats. Developers said criminal gangs are demanding protection money. They accused authoriti... Read More


Balochistan Approves Hydroponics Technology for Farming

Pakistan, Dec. 18 -- The Balochistan government has approved hydroponics technology to modernize agriculture. Officials aim to address severe water shortages across the province. The decision marks a ... Read More


Deosai National Park Ban on Commercial Activities

Pakistan, Dec. 18 -- The Gilgit-Baltistan government has imposed a Deosai National Park ban on all commercial activities. Authorities stopped seasonal hotels and tourist businesses inside the park. Of... Read More


Pakistan Seeks ADB Loan to Cut Circular Debt

Pakistan, Dec. 18 -- Pakistan has approached the Asian Development Bank for help on circular debt. The government wants funds to clear Rs1.7 trillion power sector liabilities. Officials also aim to re... Read More