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PM Shehbaz wants expats to have investment opportunities in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday the government will provide facilities to overseas Pakistanis for investment in the country...

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Savings from lower oil prices diverted to Balochistan projects

Savings from lower oil prices diverted to Balochistan projects

• PM wants N-25 to be turned into ‘motorway-standard’ highway • CM Bugti attends federal cabinet meeting on special dispensation ISLAMABAD:...

17.04.2025 20

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Standing committee annoyed over delay in completion of NHA projects

Standing committee annoyed over delay in completion of NHA projects

ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Economic Affairs sought details from the National Highway Authority (NHA) regarding the national highways,...

16.04.2025 10

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Pakistan, Belarus boost ties with key MoUs, workforce deal

• Both nations agree to strengthen partnership in trade, defence, agriculture • Islamabad to send 150,000 skilled workers to Belarus ISLAMABAD:...

13.04.2025 20

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Premier hails $2bn investment by Maersk

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday stressed the need for establishing Pakistan as a reliable and effective economic corridor for...

10.04.2025 10

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National Highway Authority told to give top priority to Hyderabad-Sukkur Motorway

ISLAMABAD: A Senate panel on Tuesday directed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to give top priority to much-awaited M6 Hyderabad-Sukkur Motor­way...

10.04.2025 10

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Khyber Pass Economic Corridor project gets rolling

Khyber Pass Economic Corridor project gets rolling

ISLAMABAD: The National Highway Authority (NHA) has initiated the process to build the Khyber Pass Economic Corridor (KPEC) by opening bids for two...

08.04.2025 30

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KP CM calls out Centre over unpaid dues

KP CM calls out Centre over unpaid dues

ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Gandapur has asked the federal government to release funds owed to KP under the National Finance...

06.04.2025 10

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Toll rates increased again by up to 50pc

Toll rates increased again by up to 50pc

ISLAMABAD: In less than three months, the National Highway Authority (NHA) has again increased toll tax by 15 to 50 per cent for its motorways and...

04.04.2025 10

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Govt approves relief for power consumers after renegotiating with IPPs

ISLAMABAD: After attracting flak for its move to reduce the buyback rate from Rs27 to Rs10 per unit, the government has decided to revisit its solar...

28.03.2025 20

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PM Shehbaz orders crackdown on sugar hoarders to curb ‘artificial hike’

ISLAMABAD: Prime Mini­ster Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed strict action against those hoarding sugar and creating “an artificial shortage”,...

16.03.2025 10

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PM Shehbaz assures businesspersons of favourable environment

ISLAMABAD: Prime Mi­nister Shehbaz Sharif on Fri­day said his government was working to provide a conducive environment for investment and business...

09.03.2025 20

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PM wants sugar, other commodities sold at lower prices

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that the provision of sugar and other essential items to people at low rates is the top priority of...

04.03.2025 10

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PM Shehbaz arrives in Baku to warm welcome

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Baku on Sunday for a two-day official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan’s First...

25.02.2025 10

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New system to track cases that hinder govt business

• Move will help executive branch keep an eye on pending cases, including tax matters, where millions are stuck due to delays in adjudication •...

23.02.2025 30

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PML-N lawmakers seek more uplift funds

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minis­ter Shehbaz Sharif has asked his party’s leaders to increase the interaction with their constituents and resolve their...

22.02.2025 20

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Govt working on regulating digital currencies: PM Shehbaz

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday that the government was working on regulating digital currencies. Presiding over an...

21.02.2025 10

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PM hopes inflows will help Pakistan chart new course

• Premier meets World Bank delegation, asserts institutional and economic reforms heading in right direction • Says $20bn will be invested in...

19.02.2025 9

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Bidders contest award of four Carec project sections to same firm

ISLAMABAD: A number of construction firms have challenged the award of contracts worth Rs120 billion to build four sections of the Cen­tral Asia...

18.02.2025 30

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Bureaucrats will also have to declare their assets

• Cabinet okays IMF-required changes to Civil Servants Act, requiring govt officials to declare assets owned by them, their family members •...

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PM Shehbaz lays out plan for economic growth after stability

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that Pakistan achieved macroeconomic stability last year with the help of the International...

12.02.2025 10

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Chinese construction firm wins all bids for Rs120bn road project

ISLAMABAD: The National Highway Authority (NHA) on Thursday opened financial bids for over Rs120 billion Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation...

09.02.2025 50

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NHA cancels bids opening for Rs85bn project

ISLAMABAD: Amid allegations of an unfair evaluation process, the National Highway Authority (NHA) on Friday shelved the opening of bids for Rs85...

02.02.2025 20

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NAB, Overseas Pakis­tanis Foundation join hands to protect expats from fraud

ISLAMABAD: The Natio­nal Accountability Bureau (NAB) and the Overseas Pakis­tanis Foundation (OPF) on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding...

01.02.2025 20

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PM’s nod sought for lawmakers’ pay hike

ISLAMABAD: After criticism of a proposed increase in the salaries of parliamentarians, the issue has been sent to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for...

28.01.2025 10

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Cabinet okays new power supply system for special economic zones

ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet on Tuesday approved a new power supply system for special economic zones (SEZs) and industrial estates, aiming to...

16.01.2025 20

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PM Shehbaz orders expansion of faceless customs system to several cities

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Monday that the faceless customs assessment system, which will be fully operational in Karachi next...

15.01.2025 20

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PM boasts of stability after UAE agrees to $2bn rollover

• Premier informs cabinet of his ‘constructive’ meeting with Zayed Al Nahyan • ‘Comprehensive’ meeting on reducing power prices to be held...

09.01.2025 30

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Pakistan, Tajikistan forge ties in key sectors as PM Shehbaz meets energy minister

• Directs immediate closure of inefficient, outdated power plants • Pakistan, Tajikistan forge ties in key sectors PRIME Minister Shehbaz Sharif...

15.12.2024 7

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PM Shehbaz reiterates govt’s commitment to implement reforms in all sectors

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated the government’s commitment to implement reforms for good governance across all...

13.12.2024 5

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Cabinet okays deal with eight IPPs to cut power costs

• 79 of 250 Pakistani pilgrims in Syria reach Beirut, cabinet told • PM emphasises equal rights on International Human Rights Day ISLAMABAD: The...

12.12.2024 10

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PM Shehbaz orders FBR digitalisation by 31st

ISLAMABAD: Soon after his return from Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on tax reforms and finally gave a deadline of...

05.12.2024 4

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PM Shehbaz winds up ‘fruitful’ tour of Saudi Arabia

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned home on Wednesday after completing the two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia which Information...

05.12.2024 10

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PM Shehbaz meets MBS, Macron on sidelines of global water summit

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday emphasised the need for strong political will and global leadership to address the global water...

04.12.2024 3

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Third-party validation of all procurements ordered

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the relevant authorities on Thursday to ensure third-party validation and quality insurance in...

22.11.2024 3

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PM Shehbaz wants action against tax evaders expedited

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the authorities concerned to expedite action against tax defaulters and evaders as well...

19.11.2024 4

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Deals signed with Abu Dhabi Ports for infrastructure

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Abu Dhabi Ports Group on Friday signed four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to enhance cooperation across various...

09.11.2024 10

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Qatar, Azerbaijan to invest $5bn, PM Shehbaz tells cabinet

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attends the National Assembly session, on Monday.—APP ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday informed...

05.11.2024 20

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Pakistan, Qatar to explore ways to expand ties

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Qatar have agreed to deepen cooperation and explore new horizons to strengthen bilateral ties, underscoring the importance...

02.11.2024 4

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Qatar visit to ‘boost’ bilateral ties, says PM Shehbaz

PM Shehbaz Sharif, Qatari Emir Shiekh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his sister Sheikha Al-Mayassa view works on display at the art gallery.—APP...

01.11.2024 10

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PM Shehbaz arrives in Qatar on two-day visit to woo investors

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia has agreed to invest another $600 million in Pakistan as it signed seven more memoranda of understanding (MoUs), taking...

31.10.2024 10

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PM Shehbaz calls for speedy FBR reforms to facilitate taxpayers

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minis­ter Shehbaz has once again asked the officials to speed up reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue and complete the process...

25.10.2024 9

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PM Shehbaz thanks ‘friendly countries’ for support with IMF loan

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah meets Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.—White Star ISLAMABAD: Following an IMF announcement that Pakistan’s case...

13.09.2024 5

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PM thanks ‘friendly countries’ for support with IMF loan

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah meets Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.—White Star ISLAMABAD: Following an IMF announcement that Pakistan’s case...

13.09.2024 5

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MQM raises concerns over halted projects in Sindh

ISLAMABAD: Develop­ment projects worth billions of rupees in Sindh, funded by the federal government, have come to a standstill following the...

04.09.2024 6

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Govt attempts to clear air over rightsizing plan

ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Sunday claimed to have given “due weightage” to the recommendations given by economist Dr Kaiser Bengali and...

02.09.2024 8

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PM Shehbaz welcomes decline in inflation, upgraded credit rating

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday expre­ssed satisfaction over a falling rate of inflation and improvements in other economic...

02.09.2024 5

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Cabinet okays plan to revive ML-1 railway project

ISLAMABAD: Like three previous governments, the coalition government led by the PML-N on Friday approved a revival plan for the long-awaited Main...

31.08.2024 2

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Coalition partners blow a fuse over power subsidy

• Punjab-only relief package draws flak from Sindh, KP • Murad says ‘N’ spending money ‘to rectify past mistakes’ • PM asserts move...

21.08.2024 6

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PM Shehbaz pins hopes on IT Park to achieve $25bn export milestone

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said the completion of the Information Technology Park project would help boost the country’s...

20.08.2024 9

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