Pakistan budget raises defence spending, squeezes development to meet IMF goalsFinance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told parliament the government would allocate 3 trillion rupees for defence in the fiscal year starting...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Pakistan looking to increase export of donkey meat, other related products to ChinaPakistan plans to boost donkey meat and product exports to China. The nation sees a growing market there for donkey meat, milk, and gelatin...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
Going online helps Pakistan's women doctors back to workThousands of Pakistani women doctors are returning to practice through telemedicine. This initiative connects home-based doctors with patie...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Pakistan to repay USD 1.5 billion outstanding UAE debt by April 23Pakistan's central bank plans to settle a USD 1.5 billion loan with the United Arab Emirates by April 23. This move follows a USD 2 billion...
19 Apr, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
Pakistan keen for early approval for next IMF tranche: AurangzebPakistan is eager for the International Monetary Fund's next loan installment. A Fund team will visit next month for crucial review talks. ...
18 Apr, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Pakistan says Saudi Arabia pledges $3 billion more in financial supportSaudi Arabia will provide $3 billion in fresh support to Pakistan and extend a $5 billion deposit rollover to help it manage upcoming debt ...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.51 AM IST
Pakistan says all options on table for funding, weighs strategic fuel reservePakistan is exploring various financing options, including Eurobonds and commercial debt, to replace a $3.5 billion UAE facility and bolste...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Pakistan's monthly oil import bill could skyrocket to $600 million, says Finance MinisterPakistan faces a potential USD 600 million monthly oil import bill amid West Asian tensions. The government is seeking IMF relief on petrol...
09 Mar, 2026, 07.46 AM IST
World Bank President Ajay Banga visits key Sikh & Buddhist sites in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Here’s whyWorld Bank President Ajay Banga visited Gurdwara Panja Sahib and the Jaulian Buddhist archaeological site in Pakistan. His trip included me...
02 Feb, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Pakistan claims Trump administration approached Islamabad to sell American locomotivesPakistan has claimed that the Donald Trump administration has approached Islamabad to sell US-made locomotives and work together on studies...
27 Dec, 2025, 10.45 PM IST
Pakistan seeks oil deal with Russia as energy ministries hold talks, RIA reportsRussia and Pakistan are discussing a potential oil-sector agreement covering exploration, production and refining, according to Pakistan’s ...
16 Dec, 2025, 11.16 AM IST
Pakistan finance minister meets US officials amid tariff tensionsPakistan and the US are hopeful about positive results from ongoing trade discussions. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with US offi...
19 Jul, 2025, 09.44 AM IST
Pakistan's National Assembly passes Rs 18,877 billion budget for fiscal 2024-25The budget, facing opposition, sets growth targets and tax revenue goals while addressing concerns about IMF loans and tax exemptions to ai...
28 Jun, 2024, 08.34 PM IST
US urges Pakistan to 'prioritise and expand economic reforms' to address challengesThe US has urged Pakistan to "prioritise and expand economic reforms" so it can address the "economic challenges" confronting the cash-stra...
19 Apr, 2024, 07.20 PM IST
With no pay, Pakistan’s Finance Minister leaves banker life behind to fix economyMuhammad Aurangzeb, Pakistan's new finance minister, faces the daunting task of reviving the country's struggling economy. With a backgroun...
09 Apr, 2024, 09.13 AM IST
Pakistan: PPP, PML-N agree in principle to save country from 'political instability'The leaders of two parties spoke about the overall situation of the country and political cooperation in the future, according to the state...
12 Feb, 2024, 01.37 AM IST
We still remain very upbeat on India: Muhammad Aurangzeb, JP MorganThere could be some short-term growth implications due to developments such as the GST roll-out.
23 Aug, 2017, 09.12 AM IST