KARACHI: Cemal Sancu, Consul General of Turkey, has offered to facilitate communications with prominent chambers of commerce in Turkey, as well as with his business counterparts operating in Pakistan, a press release said.Moreover, he suggested the possibility of organizing a joint seminar to enhance investment opportunities between Pakistan and Turkey. He said that he was … Read more
Islamabad: State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jamil Ahmed called on the country’s financial institutions to embrace innovation and inclusivity to transform Pakistan’s banking sector. Speaking at the 9th Pakistan Banking Awards 2024 in Karachi, Ahmed highlighted the need for financial institutions to focus on improving access to financial services, especially for the agriculture and … Read more
The IMF has identified significant problems in Pakistan’s budget preparation and implementation processes, revealing that deviations from the approved budget reached a record high of 55% in FY 2022-23 due to supplementary grants. The findings were outlined in the IMF’s technical assistance report on budget practices in Pakistan, emphasizing the need for stronger financial institutions … Read more
Baku: At the Twenty-Ninth Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Federal Minister of Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb stressed the need for innovative climate solutions to help vulnerable communities, especially those least responsible for global emissions and most affected by climate change. Speaking at the Climate Action Fund for Pakistan event organized by Acumen at the … Read more
Islamabad: Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday chaired a meeting to review the progress and challenges faced by two major national projects: the Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project (NJHPP) and the Diamer Basha Dam. A press release said that the meeting was attended by Additional Chief Planning Officer Kamran Rehman Khan, Secretary … Read more
IslamabadPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called on the international community to urgently rethink the global climate finance system to help vulnerable developing countries achieve their climate goals. Speaking at a high-level climate finance roundtable during COP29 – an international climate forum held under the auspices of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change – the … Read more
Ohm Youngmisuk, ESPN editorNovember 7, 2024, 3:14 a.m. ET Close Ohm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and NFL since 2006. Before that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and NBA for almost a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for nearly 12 years and is a graduate of Michigan … Read more
Army vehicle patrol and police officers stand guard along the road near the cantonment area in Bannu, December 21, 2022. — Reuters The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan fears that the legal reform “may be used against political rivals.” The bill terms it a “gross violation of the right to due process” and a “fair … Read more
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz during an event in Lahore, on October 30, 2024. — Facebook/@TheMaryamNSharif Punjab Minister emphasizes joint action to address rising smog. Lahore citizens complain of burning eyes and throat irritation. The minority card will be issued to eligible families. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz stressed the importance of cross-border cooperation with … Read more
Boeing workers from the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 751 attend a rally at their union hall during an ongoing strike in Seattle, Washington, US on October 15, 2024. – Reuters Striking workers at Boeing will vote Wednesday on a new contract proposal that calls for a 35% pay increase over four … Read more