AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPetroleum Pricing & Protests: Pakistan’s government and Jamaat-e-Islami agreed to form committees to propose relief on the petroleum levy, but JI’s nationwide shutter-down strike still shut hundreds of markets and petrol pumps in Karachi, with unrest reported near Korangi. Trade Facilitation Push: PM Shehbaz approved a Trade Facilitation Board to tackle non-tariff barriers, streamline cross-border processes, and boost port capacity, with him to chair the body. External Sector Pressure: Pakistan’s trade deficit widened 18.1% YoY to $7.12bn in 2MFY27 as imports rose faster than exports. Eurobond & Market Signalling: Pakistan raised $3bn via a dual-tranche Eurobond, while a “Not For Release” disclaimer on the issuance post drew attention online. Fuel Deregulation Roadmap: A phased plan is being discussed that could move petrol pricing toward market-based mechanisms, with a possible target of June 2027. Digital Payments & Mobility: A new ride-hailing app, Drivver, is set to enter Pakistan via Jazz connectivity and JazzCash payments.
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