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Pakistan, Azerbaijan resolve to enhance bilateral economic cooperation
On the sidelines of the Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev on Friday. The two leaders, on this occasion, resolved to improve the bilateral...

Residents in Pakistan’s Karachi remain anxious following frequent quakes in June
World News Residents in Pakistan’s Karachi remain anxious following frequent quakes in June New Delhi: Residents in Karachi city of Pakistan’s Sindh province continue to remain anxious as they struggle to recover from the trauma of about 60...

Pakistan, Azerbaijan vow to boost cooperation in trade, investment
PM leading Pakistan’s delegation at ECO Summit. PM Shehbaz to share Pakistan’s perspective on global challenges. Premier holds productive meeting with Azerbaijan president. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met President of Azerbaijan Ilham...

Pakistan, U.S. move closer to trade deal as talks wrap up
Trade negotiations between Pakistan and the United States have successfully concluded, marking a key step toward a potential comprehensive trade agreement. The discussions, led by the Ministry of Commerce, took longer than expected but have now...

Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to enhance cooperation in trade, investment
Business Business Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to enhance cooperation in trade, investment Close PM Shehbaz, Azerbaijan president reiterated their resolve to strengthen the economic partnership Published On: Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:27:31 PKT KHANKENDI...

Pakistan's Prime Minister Offers To Develop Low-Carbon Corridors Within ECO
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) KHANKENDI, Azerbaijan, July 4. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed developing low-carbon corridors within the ECO framework, Sharif said during the 17th ECO summit, Trend 's special correspondent sent...

Pakistan invites companies from US, China, and Russia to bid on mining projects
Pakistan is opening its doors to international competition in the mining sector by offering multibillion-dollar contracts to global companies, including the United States, China, and Russia. The government has implemented an “open-handed policy”...

Pakistan, Russia plan road and rail links to boost trade routes
Pakistan and Russia have agreed to expand regional rail and road networks to improve trade links and offer landlocked Central Asian countries access to warm waters. The collaboration aims to position Pakistan as a strategic transit hub connecting...

Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to enhance ties in various fields
Pakistan Pakistan Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to enhance ties in various fields Close Shehbaz Sharif reiterated his invitation to President Ilham to visit Pakistan Updated On: Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:20:27 PKT (Web Desk) – Pakistan and Azerbaijan have...

Pakistan set to reduce timelines for credit of bonus, right shares
ISLAMABAD – The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has sought public input on the proposed amendments to the Companies (Further Issue of Shares) Regulations, 2020. These amendments focus on streamlining the processes for bonus...

Pakistan and Russia to enhance regional connectivity through rail and road infrastructure
Pakistan and Russia have agreed to deepen their cooperation by developing extensive rail and road networks aimed at linking Pakistan with Central Asia and Russia. This will enable the landlocked countries in the region direct access to warm water...

Pakistan plans talks to resolve Indus Waters Treaty suspension, may approach Permanent Court of Arbitration if needed: report
Pakistan intends to address the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) by India through talks between the Permanent Indus Commissioners of both countries. However, if these discussions do not yield meaningful results, Pakistan may consider...

Pakistan's pharmaceutical sector increased sales to $3.77 billion
AK&M 04 July 2025 12:30 Pakistan's pharmaceutical industry reached a historic high of 1.1 trillion rupees ($3.77 billion) in the first quarter of 2025, surpassing 20.62% in 2024. This is reported by foreign media with reference to data from the...

Pakistan opens mining sector to US, China & Russia with equal bidding rights
In a major policy shift aimed at attracting global investment, Pakistan has invited companies from the United States, China, and Russia to bid for multibillion-dollar mining contracts, including the high-profile Reko Diq gold and copper project....

Pakistani Expats in UAE Celebrate Mobile Tax Exemption
July 4, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: There’s a quiet joy spreading through Pakistani tea stalls in Sharjah, Dubai’s labour camps, and WhatsApp family groups. A long-awaited change has arrived and it’s touching hearts, not just wallets. A new Pakistani...

Islamabad repeatedly urged Trump to declare ceasefire, says Pak journalist; bashes ‘victory’ narrative in Operation Sindoor
In a recent interview, Pakistan‘s senior journalist Nijam Sethi contradicted Islamabad’s version of the Indo-Pak conflict. He claimed that Pakistan urged the US President Donald Trump to push for a ceasefire. The candid account of Islamabad’s...

Trade talks between Pakistan, U.S. conclude
Business Business Trade talks between Pakistan, U.S. conclude Close Ministry of Commerce is currently leading the trade negotiations with the U.S Published On: Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:27:56 PKT ISLAMABAD (Zeeshan Yousafzai) – The ongoing trade...

Pakistan army kills 30 militants trying to cross from Afghanistan
Pakistan’s army said Friday it had killed 30 militants attempting to cross the border from Afghanistan over the last three days, after 16 soldiers died in a suicide attack in the same frontier region last week. The militants belonged to the...

Pakistan’s textile manufacturer move towards tech & EV sectors amid ongoing operational suspension
Amid continued operational suspension, Bilal Fibres Limited, a textile manufacturer, said on Friday that it is now actively engaging with stakeholders, technical experts, and consultants to finalise a comprehensive business plan for its proposed...

Pakistan deeply concerned over Haiti’s rapid slide into chaos
ISLAMABAD - Pakistan yesterday expressed deep concern over Haiti’s rapid slide into chaos and urged for decisive action to restore stability in violence-hit country. “The time for half-measures is over,” Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent...