Thursday, January 29 2026
FDI Growth in Pakistan What’s Behind the Numbers

FDI Growth in Pakistan: What’s Behind the Numbers?

Web Desk

Pakistan’s foreign direct investment (FDI) saw a 41% year-on-year increase in the first eight months of FY25, reaching $1.618 billion. […]

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Will Pakistan’s New Construction Package Satisfy The IMF?

Will Pakistan’s New Construction Package Satisfy The IMF?

Web Desk

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed serious concerns over Pakistan’s planned construction sector package, slated for announcement this month. […]

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Can The World Bank’s New Plan Deliver Pakistan's Growth?

Can The World Bank’s New Plan Deliver Pakistan’s Growth?

Web Desk

The World Bank Group has reaffirmed its commitment to Pakistan’s economic transformation, emphasizing that private-sector investment is crucial to achieving […]

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Pakistan Targets Tech Growth with Semiconductor Policy

Pakistan Targets Tech Growth with Semiconductor Policy

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The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has introduced a draft “Semiconductor Policy and Action Plan,” aiming to position Pakistan […]

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IMF's $7B Aid Paves the Way for Pakistan's Economic Growth

IMF’s $7B Aid Paves the Way for Pakistan’s Economic Growth

Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is preparing for a phase of “transitional pain” following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) approval of a new […]

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Fintech and Inclusion: Unlocking New Financial Opportunities

Fintech and Inclusion: Unlocking New Financial Opportunities

Web Desk

In recent years, Southeast Asia has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its financial landscape, primarily driven by the rapid growth […]

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Investing in Pakistan $12.7bn Rollovers to Drive Growth

Investing in Pakistan: $12.7bn Rollovers to Drive Growth

Web Desk

According to the Finance Division, Pakistan’s external debt obligations are projected to surpass $100 billion between fiscal years 2025 and […]

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Global Growth Fueled By Remittances From Middle East

Global Growth Fueled By Remittances From Middle East

Web Desk

The Middle East and North Africa as a Hub for Skilled Migration In recent years, the Middle East and North […]

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Fiscal Reforms Drive Economic Growth for Pakistan in FY25

Fiscal Reforms Drive Economic Growth for Pakistan in FY25

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Following a challenging Fiscal Year 2023-24 (FY24), which saw an average inflation rate of 23.4%, there was hope that the […]

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Trade Boost Pakistan's New Plan For Middle East Markets

Trade Boost: Pakistan’s New Plan For Middle East Markets

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Pakistan has established a strategy to boost trade with Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, though it will not involve […]

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