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PM to approach ‘people if IMF deal delayed’
LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday he would approach the public in case the government was unable to seal the…
Can we move to 5 Es framework without ABCD?
ISLAMABAD: The minister for planning has recently launched a 5 Es framework covering exports, e-Pakistan, environment and climate…
Is barter trade a game changer
ISLAMABAD: There is a lot of optimism in the press that the recent decision to allow barter trade with neighbouring and other…
Stagflation and commodity speculation
LAHORE: The economy is experiencing high inflation along with stagnant output growth. This complex situation has created political…
We cannot tax our way to prosperity
ISLAMABAD: I spent this year’s budget day at four places: office of the prime minister, discussions with the industrial…
Budget 2024: less relief, no reforms
KARACHI: The verdict is out. The much-awaited last budget of the current regime is a bit of everything and not exactly what the…
Pakistan needs convincing budget for any chance of more cash: IMF
KARACHI: Pakistan has to satisfy the IMF on three counts, starting with a budget to be presented on Friday, before its board will…
UAE firm acquires majority stakes in ZIL Ltd
KARACHI: Foreign investors are showing confidence in Pakistan’s long-term business potential, as a UAE-based firm acquires…
Rs16.5b sought for IT, telecom projects
ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has sought Rs16.5 billion for its new and ongoing projects…
18% sales tax on milk proposed
ISLAMABAD: Consumers and the food industry in Pakistan may face higher milk prices as the government considers implementing an 18%…