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Trade Wars Have No Winners

Pakistan, April 10 -- As markets shake in the aftermath of the U.S. tariff hike unveiled by President Trump on April 2, 2025, it's becoming increasingly apparent that this economic tempest is not mere... Read More


Saudi Arabia eases Iqama renewal process for expats

Pakistan, April 10 -- Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Passports has announced a major relief for expatriate families: residents can now renew their Iqama (residency permit) even if their family ... Read More


China to slam 84% tariffs on US goods as global trade war escalates

Pakistan, April 10 -- China is ramping up its retaliation in the global trade war, announcing a staggering 84% tariff on US goods starting Thursday - a sharp jump from the previously stated 34%, accor... Read More


US ends semester exchange program for Pakistani students after 15 years

Pakistan, April 9 -- The United States (US) Department of State has discontinued its Global Undergraduate (Global UGRAD) exchange program for Pakistani students after 15 years, the US Educational Foun... Read More


Punjab issues heatwave alert

Pakistan, April 9 -- With rising summer temperatures and an increased risk of heatwaves, the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued precautionary guidelines to all departmen... Read More


China's counterattack: 84% tariff imposed on U.S. products

Pakistan, April 9 -- China has announced a significant tariff increase on U.S. products. In response to President Trump's 104% tariff, China imposed an additional 84% tariff. This move is much higher ... Read More


Alvarez & Marsal considers opening office in Pakistan to boost privatisation efforts

Pakistan, April 9 -- Global advisory firm Alvarez & Marsal is exploring the possibility of opening an office in Pakistan. The aim is to support the government's push for privatisation and to attract f... Read More


Barrick gold advances major copper-gold project in Pakistan

Pakistan, April 9 -- Canadian mining giant Barrick Gold Corporation has taken a significant step in developing a large copper and gold project in Pakistan. The company has provisionally approved plans... Read More


Pakistan women secure thrilling win against Ireland in world cup qualifiers

Pakistan, April 9 -- Pakistan's women's cricket team began their ICC Women's World Cup 2025 Qualifiers on a high note. They defeated Ireland by 38 runs in a low-scoring thriller at Lahore. The match s... Read More


Pakistan to dispatch high-level delegation to US amid tariff concerns

Pakistan, April 9 -- The Pakistani government will send a high-level delegation to the United States to negotiate against a newly imposed 29% tariff on Pakistani exports. This decision comes after the... Read More