Iran shatters myth of Israeli military might
Renowned business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Dr. Shahid Rasheed Butt, has stated that Iran has shattered the illusion of Israel’s military prowess,…
Gulzar Firoz welcomes the banning of the use of polythene bags
Mr. Gulzar Firoz, Convener, Standing Committee on Environment, FPCCI and President, PTA (SZ) Environmental Society in a statement to the press congratulated and thanked the Honourable Chief Minister, Government of…
Israel’s offensive aims to undermine Iran’s potential and overshadow Gaza
The recent Israeli unprovoked offensive on Iran is not an isolated event but a reflection of deeper, long-standing strategic fault lines and geopolitical dynamics. While Israel, backed by the US,…
Overseas Pakistanis play a vital role in economic stability: Mian Zahid Hussain
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…
Rising oil price may impact Pakistan’s import bill: AHCML
With Israel’s military strike on Iran pushing Arab Light crude above USD 69/bbl as of June 13, 2025, Pakistan’s vulnerability to oil price shocks has intensified. In 10MFY25, the country imported…
United Business Group (UBG) lauds SBP’s reforms to boost SME financing
The United Business Group (UBG) president Mr. Zubair Tufail and Central leaders Zafar Bakhtiari, Momin Ali Malik, Hanif Gohar, Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir, Malik Khuda Bakhsh and Gulzar Firoz, have…
Bilwani lauds Mayor Karachi for ensuring citywide cleanliness during Eid ul Azha
President Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI), Muhammad Jawed Bilwani, has extended heartfelt appreciation to Mayor Karachi Barrister Murtaza Wahab and the Sindh Government for their commendable efforts in…
Pakistan Economic Survey FY25: Modest GDP growth, external account improved, inflation down
Topline Pakistan Research has commented on the Pakistan Economic Survey FY25, released today by the Federal Government. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has released the Economic Survey of Pakistan for FY25.…
Businesses pinning high hopes on a forthcoming budget: Mian Zahid Hussain
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…
Pakistan-China defence pact is need of the hour
Business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) said on Friday that the presence of Pakistan is perceived as a significant threat by India,…
UBG leaders call for strategic marketing to tap Africa’s US$500 bn import market
United Business Group (UBG) leaders Zubair Tufail, Momin Ali Malik, Khalid Tawab, Hanif Gohar, Malik Khuda Bakhsh and Mazhar Ali Nasir have stressed the urgent need to explore Africa’s vast…
PCDMA slams FBR’s lack of clarity over Annex H1 Filing, calls for clear guidelines
A storm of confusion has erupted among Pakistan’s traders as the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) fumbles the rollout of a controversial new tax regulation, leaving businesses scrambling to comply.…
Politicians should prioritize the national interest
Shahid Rasheed Butt, a noted business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated on Wednesday that following India's defeat and subsequent diplomatic embarrassment, the country…
landmark Karachi emissions inventory unveiled
Marking World Environment Day, Bank Alfalah, in collaboration with the Pakistan Air Quality Initiative (PAQI) and Karachi Urban Lab (KUL), a research facility at Institute of Business Administration (IBA), unveiled…
PM praised for global diplomatic breakthroughs: Mian Zahid Hussain
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…
PCDMA chief urges PM to rein in misuse of export facilitation scheme
Salim Valimuhammad, Chairman of the Pakistan Chemicals & Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA), has raised serious concerns about widespread misuse of the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), warning that the current loopholes…
India is seeking gaps in Pakistan’s defences
Business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Shahid Rasheed Butt, stated on Friday that the threat of war in the region is not…
Imposition of 18% sales tax in tribal areas lauded: Omar Butt
Business leader and former president of Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Shahid Rasheed Butt said on Monday that the government's decision to impose an 18 percent sales tax…
Industrialists of North Karachi hold a rally in support of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir
The North Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (NKATI) organized a rally in the industrial area to show solidarity with the Pakistan Army and celebrate Army Chief General Syed Asim…
Lalpir Power holds PkR9.6 billion in cash and short-term investments
Lalpir Power Ltd (LPL) held an analyst briefing today to discuss its financial results for 2024 and its future outlook. The company operates a 362MW RFO-fired steam turbine and recently…
PM Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to three Islamic countries will strengthen the economy: Amaan Piracha
Amaan Paracha, Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has welcomed Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to three countries—Iran, Türkiye, and Azerbaijan—calling it…
Engro secures approvals for landmark partnership to expand telecom infrastructure
Engro Holdings Limited is delighted to announce that Engro Corporation Limited has secured all approvals for its strategic partnership with Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (“Jazz”) and its parent company, VEON…
Business Confidence improves significantly, reveals OICCI’s Survey
The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) has unveiled the results of its Business Confidence Index (BCI) Survey – Wave 27, conducted across Pakistan in March and April…
Gen. Asim Munir’s elevation is a proud moment in Pakistan’s history
Noted business leader and former president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) strongly endorsed the government's decision to promote General Syed Asim Munir to the rank of…
India will destroy itself in a bid to subdue Pakistan: Mian Zahid Hussain
The Chairman of National Business Group Pakistan, the President of the Pakistan Businessmen and Intellectuals Forum, the President of All Karachi Industrial Alliance, the Chairman of the FPCCI Advisory Board,…