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Pakistan, Sweden look to boost Trade, People-to-People Ties
Pakistan Observer
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August 18, 2025
ISLAMABAD – Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with Sweden’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Alexandra Berg von Linde, in Islamabad on Monday to discuss strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and collaboration in key sectors. Ambassador...
Pakistan rupee continues upward momentum, marks 7th consecutive gain against US dollar
Business Recorder
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August 18, 2025
Rupee's Performance Against US Dollar Since 04 March 2025 Pakistani rupee started the week positive, marking its 7th consecutive gain against the US dollar. The local currency appreciated by 0.01% in the inter-bank market on Monday. At close, the...
Pakistan’s nuclear threats from US soil show Field Marshal Munir’s punch-drunk state: Rana Banerji
Frontline - The Hindu
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August 18, 2025
For Asim Munir, India’s action on Indus Waters Treaty comes close to existential threat | Latitude Banerji talks about Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, his nuclear remarks, and what they reveal about Pakistan’s military thinking...
Pakistan Launches PM Laptop Loan Scheme 2025 With Interest-Free Installments
PhoneWorld
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August 18, 2025
The Government of Pakistan has officially launched the Prime Minister (PM) Laptop Loan Scheme 2025, a flagship initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide and making technology more accessible to young citizens. By offering laptops on easy,...
Business : Malaysia Remains Committed To Reactivating D-8 Economic Cooperation - MITI
Bernama
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August 19, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains committed to reactivating economic cooperation with member countries of the Developing Eight (D-8) through various strategic initiatives, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and...
Pakistan's $5 Billion Investment In LNG Infrastructure Turns Out To Be A Big Fiasco
MENAFN
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August 18, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Aug 18 (IANS) Pakistan's massive $5 billion investment in infrastructure to import LNG from Qatar on the basis of a long-term contract has turned out to be huge liability for the country as there is now a mismatch between...
Pakistani official blames locals for flood deaths, saying they should have built elsewhere
The Independent
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August 18, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Pakistan’s USD 5 Billion Investment in LNG Infrastructure Turns Out To Be a Big Fiasco
Latestly
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August 18, 2025
New Delhi, August 18: Pakistan’s massive $5 billion investment in infrastructure to import LNG from Qatar on the basis of a long-term contract has turned out to be huge liability for the country as there is now a mismatch between demand and supply...
Pakistan, Iran ink cooperation deals to boost trade cooperation
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
TEHRAN: Pakistan and Iran on Monday signed different agreements to enhance bilateral trade and cooperation in agriculture sector. The agreements were signed during the visit of Minister for National Food Security and Research Rana Tanveer Hussain...
Lahore’s Famous Markets Going Car-Free With Dedicated Pedestrian Areas
ProPakistani
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August 18, 2025
The government has taken another revolutionary step to increase public convenience in Lahore city. The busy business areas of Old and New Anarkali, Nila Gunbad and Bakshi Market located in the heart of Lahore city are being converted into...
Pakistan poised to enter growth phase after stability, says finance minister
Business Recorder
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August 18, 2025
KARACHI: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Monday Pakistan was poised to soon enter into a growth phase after having achieved macroeconomic stability over the past two years. The minister expressed confidence the growth momentum would...
Pakistan-India Asia Cup clash drives TV ad rates sky-high
Daily Times
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August 18, 2025
Published on: August 18, 2025 7:22 PM The Asia Cup 2025 has sparked huge excitement, especially for the Pakistan-India match. Indian TV channels are charging up to 1.6 million rupees for a 10-second ad during the game. The tournament will begin on...
Finance Minister urges for realizing potential of capital market
Associated Press of Pakistan
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August 18, 2025
- Advertisement - KARACHI, Aug 18 (APP):Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Mohammad Aurangzeb has stressed the need for realizing the potential of capital market for the macro-economic sustainable growth in the country. While...
Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; August 18, 2025
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
As of August 18, 2025, the exchange rate for the Omani Rial (Omr) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market was recorded at PKR 737.85. On Monday, August 18, 2025, the buying rate was PKR 735.35, while the selling rate stood at PKR...
Pakistani student mobility redefining campus diversity
University World News
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PAKISTAN The number of international students from some countries previously considered a major source of international students is no longer growing at the same pace in recent years. With the number of students from these countries either...
UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee Rate Today- August 18, 2025
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
Karachi/Dubai, August 15, 2025 – The UAE Dirham (AED) has recorded a value of 76.79 Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in today’s currency trading sessions, marking another subtle shift in the ongoing exchange rate dynamics between these two strategically...
Saudi Riyal to Pakistani Rupee Rate Today- August 18, 2025
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
KARACHI/RIYADH- August 18, 2025 – The Saudi Riyal strengthened to Rs75.16 against the Pakistani Rupee in Monday’s trading session, marking an improvement from weekend levels. Currency dealers report standard market activity with the interbank rate...
Bitcoin (BTC) to Pakistani Rupee (PKR) Rates for August 18, 2025
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
On Monday, August 18, 2025, as of 2:35 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST), the exchange rate for Bitcoin (BTC) in the open market stands at PKR 32,723,016.75, marking a decrease of PKR 593,383.61 from the previous day’s closing rate of PKR...
UK Pound to Pakistani Rupee Rate Today- August 18, 2025
ARY News
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August 18, 2025
As of August 18, 2025, the exchange rate for the UK Pound (GBP) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market was recorded at PKR 385.4. The buying rate on Monday, August 18, 2025, was PKR 383.2, while the selling rate stood at PKR 385.4,...
Over 350,000 registered businesses in Karachi: creation of district chambers emphasised
Business Recorder
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August 18, 2025
KARACHI: The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Commerce was informed on Monday that there were more than 350,000 registered businesses in Karachi and creation of district chambers in the metropolitan city would help improve business...