Pakistan can rise as a regional economic power through maritime reforms: Junaid Anwar Chaudhry

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry stated that Pakistan can emerge as a rising regional economic power through bold maritime reforms. Speaking at a seminar titled "The…

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Visa reports 80% rise in Pakistan’s seasonal spending in Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr

Visa announced a significant 80% year-over-year increase in spending on premium consumer cards during Ramadan, peaking around Eid Al-Fitr. Total spending rose by 10% during the Eid period. **Key Insights:**…

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GSK Pakistan and WWF launched a five-year freshwater resilience programme

”GSK Pakistan and WWF launched a five-year freshwater resilience programme to secure safe water and restore ecosystems by 2030. This initiative includes interventions in Karachi, Lahore, Keenjhar Lake, and the…

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S.M. Tanveer warns of “economic suffocation” after 100-basis-point interest rate hike

S.M. Tanveer, Patron-in-Chief of the United Business Group (UBG) and a leading business figure, has condemned the recent 100-basis-point increase in interest rates, arguing that such a drastic measure is…

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Pakistani seafarers sail on Norwegian ships under new MoU, says Maritime Minister 

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry welcomed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Norway, allowing Pakistani seafarers to serve aboard Norwegian-flagged vessels. Hailing the…

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