President Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum (PBIF), President AKIA, Senior Vice Chairman of the Businessmen Panel of FPCCI and former provincial minister, Mian Zahid Hussain on Wednesday said that providing 50 percent subsidy on approved seeds of cotton, and 110 thousands smart phones with latest applications of information on cotton production to farmers by the Government of Punjab is appreciative and will help in achieving the targeted cotton yield for the current year of 10 million bales.

By Imran Usmani

Chinese literature borne a famous proverb “If you want to be rich then build the roads”. Having the comprehensive importance in mind, Chinese government has been diligently concentrated its all efforts in building and improving internal communication, transportation agencies since premier Deng Xia ping era.

Syed Mazhar Nasir, Senior Vice-President, Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has said that the time has come to achieve absolute economic sovereignty for political stability and continuation of the democratic process in the country.

While addressing the participants after the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Federation House on August 14, he stressed the need for making an all-out effort on the part of one and all – as individuals and as parts of an independent nation state – for attaining financial independence, and suggested that the time had come to restore the self-esteem and self-respect of the citizens of Pakistan by exploring the economic potential of the country and reducing before ultimately eliminating dependence on foreign loans and aid packages.

Dawlance – Pakistan’s leading brand of home-appliances, unveiled its latest Ace-Care washing machines that carry an aesthetic appeal with scratch-proof Glass-lids for the first time in Pakistan. This series comprises of DW 9100 G and DW 7500 G models that feature the highest quality and performance, to offer innovative solutions for various segments of the consumers.

A large number of Turks had a first-hand experience of the taste, juiciness and aroma of the famous Pakistani mangoes as they converged at Pakistan House in Ankara on Tuesday evening to feast on a wide spread of mango delights made out of freshly-arrived mangoes from Pakistan. 

By Adrian Johnston, Senior Vice President of Cloud (SaaS) Applications at Oracle Asia Pacific

Businesses in Asia Pacific face what is arguably the most critical customer experience imperative in the world. This is because here, 71 percent of consumers make online purchases and investment is ecommerce is on the rise.

Telenor Pakistan, one of the country’s top telecom and digital services provider celebrated Pakistan’s 71st independence day with great zeal and enthusiasm at its headquarter 345 in Islamabad as well as its nationwide regional offices.

The celebrations were marked by the company’s #HALAFeAZAADI campaign through which Telenor aimed to instill a sense of responsibility and ownership in every Pakistani towards their beloved country and nation.

State Bank of Pakistan celebrated 71st Independence Day anniversary of Pakistan on 14 August, 2018 at SBP headquarters Karachi. Governor SBP, Mr.Tariq Bajwa, started the formal proceedings by planting a tree at the Bank premises and later hoisted the national flag amidst thunderous applause as colorful event commenced with recitation of verses of Holy Quran and subsequently playing of national anthem.

Speakers at the meeting of Shura Hamdard Karachi chapter urged the new coming government to implement water-pricing regime to overcome water crisis in Pakistan. The meeting was held yesterday on the theme: “Shortage of Water, dangerous situation, immediate remedy and need to increase water reservoirs”, chaired by Justice (Rtd) Haziqul Khairi at a local club.

The joyous moments of Pakistan’s independence were observed on the night of 13th august 2018 at Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi where the 2-days “Azadi Festival 2018” kick off on the colorful evening of independence and celebrated by thousands gather on the occasion.

Pakistan’s 71st Independence Day was celebrated at Pakistan State Oil’s head office in Karachi where the company’s Managing Director & CEO Mr. Sheikh Imranul Haque hoisted the national flag. The flag hoisting was followed by the National Anthem and planting of a tree at the PSO House premises by Mr.

Summit Bank Limited organized a graceful ceremony to commemorate the 71st Independence-Day of Pakistan at its new head office. Picture shows the CEO and acting President of Summit Bank – Ahsan Raza Durrani, along with the bank’s senior-management and staff.

The 72nd Independence Day of Pakistan was celebrated today in Ankara with traditional fervor. The Ambassador of Pakistan, Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi, hoisted the national flag on the tune of national anthem in the presence of the Pakistani community, students, and Embassy officials and their families. 

Bryan Thompson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Abu Dhabi Airports. He brings with him more than 25 years of international experience in various areas of airport management and operations, including ANS, terminal operations, strategy and planning, in addition to infrastructure and corporate development.

Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir, Senior Vice President FPCCI along with other members hoisting the national flag at head office building of apex trade body in Karachi to mark 71st Independence Day.