HeadlinesPresident Zardari clears Virtual Assets Ordinance to regulate cryptocurrencies
Regulation establishes PVARA to supervise virtual asset services and ensure compliance with international standards; Ordinance also introduces a licensing regime for virtual asset service providers
Jul 10, 2025
HeadlinesFBR chairman defends new tax rule on high-value cash sales, assures no political interference
Langrial says govt will not reverse new legislation disallowing 50% of expenditure for cash sales exceeding Rs200,000 per transaction; clarifies no political victimisation of politicians in tax matters
Jul 10, 2025
HeadlinesWapda, provincial govts at odds over net hydel profit, power project transfers
Disagreement persists over NHP methodology and transfer of hydro power stations to provinces; technical committee works to develop consensus
Jul 10, 2025
HeadlinesWorld Bank likely to provide technical assistance for Reko Diq, other mining sites in Balochistan: report
Bank representative gives consent for technical support plan during meeting of Non-Lending Technical Assistance Committee at Economic Affairs Ministry
Jul 10, 2025
HeadlinesSBP warns reducing incentives could impact remittances, push inflows to informal channels
Govt approves revisions to PRI scheme, introducing new rebate and increasing minimum transaction size; New rules, effective July 1, 2025, also reduce subsidies for exchange companies
Jul 10, 2025
HeadlinesHyundai announces limited-time Santa Fe discounts after NEV levy price hike
SUV buyers offered relief as Hyundai Nishat slashes prices up to Rs700,000 following tax-driven hike
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesDar urges swift action to restore cotton’s economic role and ensure fair returns for farmers
Cabinet Committee on Essential Cash Crops reviews Cotton Plan 2025–26 and national wheat stock projections; MNFSR directed to present actionable roadmap
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesTarbela 5th Extension on track to generate 1530 MW of clean energy by 2026
Minister Wattoo reaffirms government’s focus on green electricity and economic stability during project site visit
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan unveils 10-year policy to harness blue economy and modernize fisheries sector
With support from the UN’s FAO, Islamabad launches National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy (2025–2035) to boost sustainability, food security, and exports
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan, Turkiye chart course for deeper ties with $5 billion trade goal in sight
New economic zones, defence collaboration, and transport corridors feature prominently as both sides reaffirm strategic partnership
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesPakistan launches investor roadshow in Beijing ahead of debut Panda Bond issuance
Non-deal roadshow signals growing investor interest in Pakistan’s financial reform agenda
Jul 9, 2025
HeadlinesGovt reaffirms inclusive policy dialogue as PBC undergoes leadership transition
Aurangzeb says early budget consultation reflects commitment to evidence-based policymaking
Jul 9, 2025