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Faraz Saeed

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US signals growing investment and strategic engagement with Pakistan

US signals growing investment and strategic engagement with Pakistan

Pakistan and the United States discussed expanding economic cooperation and strategic engagement, including investments in energy, mining, IT, critical minerals, and counter-terrorism, during meetings between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and U.S. officials

5 DAYS AGO

Apple to begin iPhone manufacturing in Pakistan, EDB confirms

Apple to begin iPhone manufacturing in Pakistan, EDB confirms

Currently, only 12% of mobile phone components are produced locally; under the new policy, manufacturers have committed to increasing local content to 35% in the first year, with a target of 50% in subsequent years.

6 DAYS AGO

Pakistan’s tech exports hit $2.61B; freelancer earnings soar 58%

Pakistan’s tech exports hit $2.61B; freelancer earnings soar 58%

Pakistan’s IT exports rose nearly 20% to $2.61 billion in FY26’s first seven months, driven by strong global demand and booming freelancing earnings. With supportive policies and a growing talent pool, the sector targets $5 billion in exports.

8 DAYS AGO

Foreign investors return to Pakistan as sovereign bond inflows surge

Foreign investors return to Pakistan as sovereign bond inflows surge

Figures from the SBP show net foreign inflows reached $176 million in January, marking a dramatic turnaround from withdrawals of $50 million during the same month in 2025.

12 DAYS AGO

Faiz Festival opens in Pakistan's Lahore celebrating influential poet

Faiz Festival opens in Pakistan's Lahore celebrating influential poet

Over three days, more than 40 sessions will transform the historic venue into a space of dialogue, dissent, music and memory all in tribute to one of South Asia’s most influential poets, Faiz Ahmad Faiz.

12 DAYS AGO

Pakistan’s central bank sees growth picking up as inflation slows

Pakistan’s central bank sees growth picking up as inflation slows

Pakistan’s central bank governor, Jameel Ahmad, projects 3.75%-4.75% GDP growth in 2026, citing eased inflation, record agricultural loans, and financial inclusion efforts, while cautiously balancing recovery with IMF commitments and macroeconomic stability.

14 DAYS AGO

Moody’s revises Pakistan’s banking sector outlook to stable amid gradual recovery

Moody’s revises Pakistan’s banking sector outlook to stable amid gradual recovery

Moody’s has changed Pakistan’s banking outlook to stable, citing gradual economic recovery, lower inflation, improving financial conditions, and expectations that banks will remain stable and well-capitalized over the next year.

16 DAYS AGO

Basant’s return offered more than just nostalgia. It provided data-backed evidence of economic boost, public participation, and logistical strength.

Basant festival concludes amid cultural revival, economic momentum

Preliminary market estimates show that kite-related items alone generated sales of over Rs 2 billion, with additional revenue across the hospitality, transportation, retail, and food sectors.

17 DAYS AGO

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Punjab CM cancels her Basant activities, Lahore event after Islamabad blast

Maryam Nawaz Sharif, chief minister of Pakistan’s Punjab province, cancels her Basant activities and a Lahore event after an Islamabad suicide blast, while mobilizing emergency medical support.

20 DAYS AGO

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