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Pakistan, China set to advance agricultural innovation
Pakistan and China have agreed to form technical working groups of agricultural experts and researchers to launch joint projects focused on high-yield cotton seed development, advanced water-saving irrigation technologies, and modern farming techniques tailored to Pakistan’s ecological zones.
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U.A.E leads FDI in Pakistan with net inflow of $62.65m in June
U.A.E. emerged as the largest investor in Pakistan in June 2025, with a net direct investment of $62.65m, followed by China and Hong Kong, which invested $49.03m and $41.2m, respectively, according to the data issued by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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Ferry Service to launch from Gwadar to key Gulf areas
Technical, operational, and financial proposals to launch Ferry Service from Gwadar to key Gulf destinations were reviewed today in a high-level meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry.
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Dar heads to Kabul to sign tri-nation rail project feasibility pact
A day-long visit to Kabul is scheduled today by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar to sign the Framework Agreement on Joint Feasibility Study for the Uzbekistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan (UAP) Railway Project.
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Govt launches dual front to tackle marine pollution
In a major push to combat marine pollution, the government has formed two committees to submit recommendations within 20 days, focusing on the Sewage Treatment Plant-III (STP-III) and the Combined Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) to strengthen pollution control and protect marine ecosystems.
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Pakistan taps Korean expertise to modernize water research
In a key move to tackle Pakistan’s water crisis, the government is partnering with South Korea to upgrade Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR) research infrastructure and boost its water management capabilities.
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Pakistan, El Salvador partner on bitcoin, digital asset
In a landmark diplomatic engagement, Bilal Bin Saqib, Minister of State for Crypto and Blockchain and CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, met with President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador in San Salvador, marking the first-ever official meeting between a Pakistani government representative and the Salvadoran Head of State.
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Fertilizer offtake jumps 11% YoY in June 2025
The country’s overall nutrient offtake in June 2025 rose sharply to 407 thousand tonnes, showing a 11% increase compared to June 2024, according to the latest monthly fertilizer report issued by the National Fertilizer Development Centre (NFDC).
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Japan grants $2.63m for Pakistan’s 2025 JDS scholarships
The government of Pakistan has signed a grant agreement with the government of Japan amounting to ¥379 million (approximately $2.63 million) to support the 2025 phase of the Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) programme.
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SECP makes public “Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028” for consultation
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued the Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028, its first comprehensive gender equality framework for regulated sectors, including capital markets, insurance, non-banking finance, and the corporate sector.
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Pakistan-UK talks put 1.7m diaspora at heart of growth agenda
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment and urban development, with a strong focus on leveraging the 1.7 million-strong Pakistani diaspora in the UK to drive inclusive economic growth.
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MG official urges industry to rethink pricing, real benefits for consumers
As Pakistan unveils its long-awaited New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, aimed at reducing emissions and fuel dependence, voices from within the auto industry are calling for a shift in how new technologies are priced and positioned in the market.
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Pakistan, UK to sign Trade Dialogue ToRs
In a major boost to Pakistan’s economic diplomacy, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, along with Secretary Commerce Mr. Jawad Paul, is set to sign the Terms of Reference (ToRs) for the Pakistan-UK Trade Dialogue during his official visit to the United Kingdom from July 14 to 20, 2025.
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OMO Result: SBP injects Rs1.72tr
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) conducted a reverse repo and Shariah Compliant Modarabah based Open Market Operation (OMO) today, in which it cumulatively injected a total of Rs1.72 trillion into the market of which Rs1.47tr were injected through reverse repo OMO.
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FinMin flags population growth as major threat to $3tr Economic Vision
The country’s ambitions to become a $3 trillion economy by 2047 will remain out of reach unless urgent action is taken to address the twin existential challenges of population growth and climate change, Finance Minister, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, warned on Thursday.
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Pakistan eyes regional lead in digital trade at GLOBE Summit
Digital trade is emerging as a central pillar of Pakistan’s strategy to drive economic recovery, diversify exports, and deepen regional integration, officials said at the GLOBE Pakistan Summit 2025 held in Islamabad yesterday.
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Meta partners with MoITT to launch AI Training Program
Meta has joined hands with Pakistan’s Ministry of IT and Telecommunication (MoITT), Higher Education Commission (HEC), and National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC) to roll out a nationwide AI training initiative aimed at equipping university faculty with critical artificial intelligence skills.
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Car sales rise 64% in June 2025
The sales of cars, including LCVs, vans, and jeeps, in Pakistan increased by 63.9% in June 2025, clocking in at 21,773 units compared to 13,284 units recorded in the same month of last year, the latest data from the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) showed today.
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Pakistan unveils National Fisheries & Aquaculture Policy to unlock $10bn potential
Pakistan has launched its first-ever National Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy 2025-2035, setting a unified national framework to develop a sector long seen as underutilised despite the country’s vast marine and inland water resources.
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Pakistan to import 350,000 tons of sugar in two phases to rein In prices
Pakistan will import 350,000 metric tons of sugar in a two-stage strategy aimed at stabilizing domestic prices and ensuring sufficient supplies, the Ministry of National Food Security & Research revealed on Wednesday.
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Pakistan invites Turkish firms to expand investment
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has invited Turkish companies to expand their investment footprint in Pakistan, highlighting Pakistan’s investor-friendly policies and calling for deeper collaboration with Türkiye in Pakistan’s structural reforms and economic growth.
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Pakistan to launch digital currency pilot
As part of broader efforts to modernise the country’s financial architecture, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is gearing up to launch a pilot for a central bank digital currency (CBDC) and is finalising new legislation aimed at regulating virtual assets, SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad said on Wednesday.
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Pakistan kicks off Beijing Roadshow for first-ever Panda Bond
The Representatives of the Ministry of Finance, Government of Pakistan, have initiated a series of pre-marketing investor meetings in Beijing, China, from July 7 to 11, 2025, as part of a non-deal investor roadshow (NDR) in preparation for Pakistan’s debut Panda Bond issuance.
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Tribunal upholds CCP’s order against ICAP in price-fixing case
The Competition Appellate Tribunal (CAT) has dismissed the appeal filed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) against the order of the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), which had imposed a penalty over alleged price-fixing practices.
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Dubai Islamic Bank partners with JazzCash to enhance digital financial solutions, remittances
Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited (DIBPL), has joined hands with JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech organisation, to facilitate and grow inland home remittance transactions to Pakistan through innovative, easy and seamless digital financial solutions, said a press statement issued on Tuesday.
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SBP's PSPC completes merger of National Security Printing Company
Pakistan Security Printing Corporation (Private) Limited (PSPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the State Bank of Pakistan, has completed the amalgamation of National Security Printing Company (Private) Limited (NSPC) with itself, effective July 1, 2025.
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Pakistan retires Rs500bn SBP debt early, total early paydowns reach Rs1.5tr
In another bold and unprecedented step toward fiscal responsibility, the Ministry of Finance has successfully retired Rs500 billion in debt owed to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), a full four years ahead of its scheduled maturity in 2029.
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SBP, ADB kick off $500m loans program to fuel women-led businesses
The Central Bank, in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has rolled out a $500 million program aimed at expanding credit access for women entrepreneurs, as the country looks to narrow its gender financing gap and drive inclusive growth.
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FBR enforces strict cash transaction limits to clamp down on tax evasion
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has notified businesses, including importers, suppliers, and manufacturers, of tightened restrictions under Section 21 of the Income Tax Ordinance for FY26, aimed at discouraging excessive cash dealings and broadening the tax net.
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Pakistan, Azerbaijan vow to deepen economic ties
Pakistan and Azerbaijan agreed to bolster cooperation in trade and investment, as Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit in Khankendi this week.
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CCP penalizes UDPL, IBL for anti-competitive agreement in Pharmaceutical Sector
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has imposed a total penalty of Rs42 million on United Distributors Pakistan Limited (UDPL) and International Brands (Private) Limited (IBL) for entering into and giving effect to a non-compete agreement that violated Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2010.
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Pakistan’s short-term FX liabilities reach $31bn
Due to maturing foreign currency loans, securities, and deposits, Pakistan's foreign currency assets are expected to see a net outflow of $31.13 billion, according to the latest liquidity report released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP).
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The Silent Transition in Circular Debt: Fiscal Year Closes, Market Awaits Clarity
As Pakistan's fiscal year 2025 came to a close on June 30, a significant financial milestone outlined under the country's reform agenda— circular debt resolution— remains a focal point for policy watchers and capital market participants alike.
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LTO Karachi sets new record with Rs3.26tr collection in FY25
In a remarkable feat, the Large Taxpayers Office (LTO) Karachi has collected a record-breaking Rs 184.7 billion in a single day, pushing its total tax collection for June 2025 to Rs449.05bn, up by 48% growth compared to June 2024.
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NEPRA concludes hearing on Rs4.69 relief under April FCA 2025
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Monday concluded its hearing on K-Electric’s petition for provisional monthly fuel charge adjustments (FCA) for April 2025, in which the power utility requested a relief of Rs4.69 per unit.
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June CPI likely to ease to 3.34%
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation is projected to settle at 3.34% YoY in June 2025, marking a substantial slowdown from the 12.57% recorded in the same month last year. However, this also represents an uptick from April’s multi-year low of 0.3%, indicating that the impact of the high base is starting to diminish.
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Pakistan passport climbs to 100th position in global rankings
Pakistan’s passport has made a notable improvement in the global rankings, moving up to the 100th position from its 113th spot in 2021, according to the latest data released by Henley & Partners, an international passport ranking platform.
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Pakistan wins key ruling on Indus Waters Treaty
In a significant legal breakthrough for Pakistan, the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The Hague has ruled that India cannot unilaterally suspend or sideline the arbitration process under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), despite India’s recent attempts to do so.
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Govt picks over Rs251bn through Sukuk auction via PSX against a target of Rs250bn
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) conducted an auction today for the sale of Government of Pakistan Ijara Sukuk (GIS) bonds, raising Rs251.49bn against the Rs250bn target set for GIS Variable Rental Rate (VRR) and GIS Fixed Rental Rate (FRR) and GIS FRD.
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Govt borrows Rs382bn debt in a week
The government of Pakistan has acquired an additional debt of Rs381.92 billion during the week ended June 13, 2025, which brings its total net borrowing for ongoing fiscal year 2025 to Rs2.92 trillion, according to the central bank's weekly estimates.
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| KSE100 | 138,597.36 256.32M | -0.05% -68.14 |
| ALLSHR | 85,286.16 608.38M | -0.48% -413.35 |
| KSE30 | 42,340.81 77.13M | -0.03% -12.33 |
| KMI30 | 193,554.51 76.19M | -0.83% -1627.52 |
| KMIALLSHR | 55,946.05 305.11M | -0.79% -443.10 |
| BKTi | 38,197.97 16.53M | -0.59% -225.01 |
| OGTi | 27,457.35 6.73M | -0.94% -260.91 |
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| BITCOIN FUTURES | 117,670.00 | 121,165.00 117,035.00 | -1620.00 -1.36% |
| BRENT CRUDE | 69.23 | 70.77 69.14 | -0.29 -0.42% |
| RICHARDS BAY COAL MONTHLY | 96.50 | 0.00 0.00 | 2.20 2.33% |
| ROTTERDAM COAL MONTHLY | 104.50 | 104.50 104.50 | -0.30 -0.29% |
| USD RBD PALM OLEIN | 998.50 | 998.50 998.50 | 0.00 0.00% |
| CRUDE OIL - WTI | 66.03 | 67.54 65.93 | -0.20 -0.30% |
| SUGAR #11 WORLD | 16.79 | 17.02 16.71 | 0.05 0.30% |
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