HeadlinesGovt decides major amendments to liberalise GMO import rules
Proposed changes remove the 2027 cut-off on GMO imports, simplify licensing and expand gene-editing research approvals for universities and the private sector
May 25, 2026
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HeadlinesCommerce, Industries ministries differ over proposed tariff cuts on imported vehicles, alcohol
Govt considers reducing duties on auto imports under IMF-backed tariff rationalisation plan
May 25, 2026
HeadlinesFBR orders packaged milk producers to install electronic monitoring systems by June 30
Real-time production monitoring, object detection and data transmission to FBR control unit made mandatory for milk manufacturers and toll producers
May 25, 2026
HeadlinesPakistan, China sign strategic pact to expand rock salt mining and global exports
Long-term cooperation agreement aims to boost processing, technology transfer and integration of Pakistan’s salt sector into international supply chains
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesCustoms moves to update import valuation for ceramic sanitary ware
Stakeholder consultation set for June 4 in Karachi under Section 25A to align duties with global pricing trends
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesEid buying frenzy fizzles in Lahore cattle markets as prices hit record highs
Sacrificial animal rates surge sharply across Punjab-backed markets amid fuel, fodder cost pressures; many buyers leave empty-handed
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesPunjab agri tax hike challenged in LHC over alleged violation of law and assembly role
Petition argues revised income tax rates for farmers were issued without required legislative approval, seeks annulment of notifications
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesDar declares Pakistan “Open for Business” as Islamabad deepens economic push with China
Deputy PM highlights B2B expansion, $13bn in signed deals and over 300 MoUs as Pakistan and China accelerate cooperation under CPEC 2.0 framework
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesKerosene, light diesel prices increased in latest fuel revision
Govt also raises aviation fuel rates by Rs2.10 per litre as international oil market volatility keeps pressure on energy prices
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesShehbaz invites Chinese firms to invest in Pakistan’s farms, SEZs and mining sector
PM says Pakistan seeks investment and technology transfer instead of aid as Beijing imports and industrial relocation opportunities highlighted during Hangzhou business forum
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesLHC moved against Punjab agricultural tax increase
Petition challenges legality of revised farm income tax rates, alleges Punjab government bypassed assembly approval and constitutional procedure
May 24, 2026
HeadlinesRetailers seek permanent 10 pm closing time after Eid relaxation
Chainstore Association says early market closures disrupted retail, manufacturing, logistics and employment linked to evening commercial activity
May 23, 2026