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Pakistan, Azerbaijan resolve to enhance bilateral economic cooperation
The News International
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July 4, 2025
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...
Pakistan new Industrial Policy promises easier SME Financing, Tax Reforms
Daily Pakistan
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July 5, 2025
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government has unveiled long term strategy for revival of iundustrial sector as officials targets GDP Growth through structural reforms. Amid new initiatives, the government approved long-term industrial strategy aimed at...
Pakistan, Poland agree to deepen defence, trade ties
Pakistan Today
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July 5, 2025
ISLAMABAD: The 9th Round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) between Pakistan and the Republic of Poland was held in Warsaw on 4 July 2025. The Pakistani delegation was led by Ambassador Muhammad Ayub, Additional Foreign Secretary (Europe),...
Pakistan reportedly deploys Chinese Z-10ME gunships
Defence Blog
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July 5, 2025
Reports circulating on Pakistani social media indicate that the country has begun deploying Chinese-built Z-10ME attack helicopters, which have been upgraded to meet specific operational requirements of the Pakistan Army. The Z-10ME, a modernized...
India’s Forex Reserve Is Now Almost Twice The Pakistan's GDP
Zee News
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New Delhi: India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by USD 4.84 billion to USD 702.78 billion for the week ending June 27, close to the record high of USD 704.89 billion in September 2024, according to RBI data. This is a strong recovery from...
Trade, terror and the trust trap: Can India afford a reset with China?
Firstpost
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July 5, 2025
On 6–7 July 2025, the expanded Brics+ leaders will convene in Rio de Janeiro; however, the summit’s choreography has already been disrupted. Beijing has confirmed that Premier Li Qiang—not President Xi Jinping—will lead the Chinese delegation,...
Ashura observed across Pakistan with religious reverence
Dunya News
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Pakistan Pakistan Ashura observed across Pakistan with religious reverence Close Law enforcement and security agencies have implemented strict measures to ensure peace and order. Updated On: Sun, 06 Jul 2025 08:37:38 PKT LAHORE (Dunya News) –...
Director Rafay Rashdi Takes Pakistani Horror to New Heights with Deemak
The News International
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Rafay Rashdi is recognised for his innovative work in film and television, where he seamlessly weaves diverse narratives while keeping audiences engaged. His ability to combine substance with style has helped him carve out a distinctive space in...
Pakistan taught India an unforgettable lesson: Ishaq Dar
Dunya News
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Pakistan Pakistan Pakistan taught India an unforgettable lesson: Ishaq Dar Close Credits military success, national unity, and diplomacy for Pakistan’s standing on the global stage Updated On: Sat, 05 Jul 2025 17:38:57 PKT LAHORE (Dunya News) -...
Islamabad, Warsaw set to deepen ties across key sectors
The Express Tribune
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July 5, 2025
Listen to article Pakistan and Poland have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation through high-level visits, parliamentary exchanges, and sustained dialogue, as the two countries seek to broaden engagement across multiple sectors. The...
Pakistan’s total debt swells 12pc since last year
Dawn
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July 5, 2025
The total debt of Pakistan has swelled by 12 per cent compared to last year to reach nearly Rs76.05 trillion at the end of May, according to statistics released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). In its debt bulletin issued on Friday, the SBP...
Business community is backbone of economy,says FTO Coordinator
Associated Press of Pakistan
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July 5, 2025
- Advertisement - LAHORE, Jul 05 (APP):Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Coordinator Saif Ur Rehman said that the business community serves as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, playing a pivotal role in industrialization, job creation, export...
What China-Bangladesh-Pakistan trilateral mechanism means for India
The Federal
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July 6, 2025
In some ways, China’s decision to launch a new trilateral geopolitical realignment in South Asia along with Pakistan and Bangladesh, comes as a paradox. The timing has been perfect. Despite initial Chinese denials to the contrary, the prime intent...
Editorial: Pakistan will continue to suffer climate-induced tragedies unless we reset development policies
Dawn
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July 6, 2025
WITH swelling rivers, the heightened risk of GLOFs and forecasts of heavy monsoon rains, Pakistan is standing on the precipice of yet another flood disaster. Since June 26, scores of lives have been lost to flash floods and house collapses in the...
Pakistan: Microsoft shuts down office after 25 years
Khaleej Times
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Microsoft has officially shut down its office in Pakistan and laid off five employees, marking a significant development in the country's tech sector, as reported by Dawn. The move, which sparked speculation on social media, was first brought to...
Pakistanis see Microsoft move as more than a corporate exit. ‘So much for economic boom’
The Print
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July 5, 2025
New Delhi: Microsoft stopped its operations in Pakistan Friday, after a 25-year presence in the country. Pakistanis see it as a sign of the declining economic condition of the country. “Even global giants like Microsoft find it unsustainable to...
China’s story, told through Pakistani eyes
Pakistan Observer
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July 5, 2025
LAST month, sixteen Pakistani influencers—spanning academia, media, think tanks and Generation Z leaders—were invited to China under the “Pakistan Media and Think Tank China Tour,” sponsored by the State Council Information Office. This diverse...
Negotiating from strength: Goyal on trade deal with US
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 5, 2025
With the Congress criticising the BJP-led NDA government over the proposed trade deal with the US, Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India “negotiates from a position of strength and doesn’t operate under external deadlines”. He also...
Just two trade deals in kitty, Trump okays ‘take it, leave it’ tariff offer for 12 nations
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 5, 2025
US President Donald Trump said he had signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the United States, with the “take it or leave it” offers to be sent out on Monday. Trump, speaking to...
#ICYMITheTribuneOpinion: India navigates a tightrope between US, China & Pakistan
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 6, 2025
The war-like situations across the globe have eased for the moment. However, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit brought China to the centre stage vis-à-vis India. Though the Elephant and the Dragon are in the same room, they are circling...