The Minister of Planning urges the development of a medium-term framework to liberalize the sugar industry – Trendy Blogger

The Minister of Planning urges the development of a medium-term framework to liberalize the sugar industry

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Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal directed a medium-term framework for the liberalization of the sugar industry in Pakistan, stressing the need for data accuracy, crop zoning and backward integration to enhance productivity and export potential. Iqbal, who chaired a meeting of the Prime Minister’s Committee on Sugar Storage, Forecasting and Planning, stressed the importance of effective … Read more

Bank of Sharjah Pakistan is reviewing the Sharia governance framework for Islamic banking institutions – Trendy Blogger

Bank of Sharjah Pakistan is reviewing the Sharia governance framework for Islamic banking institutions

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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has revised the Sharia Governance Framework (SGF) to advance the Islamic banking industry and enhance its compliance with Sharia principles. In a circular issued on Friday, the State Bank of Pakistan directed Islamic banking institutions to prepare to implement the updated framework by January 1, 2025. “To further strengthen … Read more

A strong competition framework is crucial for investment: Ishaq Dar – Trendy Blogger

A strong competition framework is crucial for investment: Ishaq Dar

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Deputy Prime Minister and Federal Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stressed the importance of a strong competition framework to drive economic growth, promote innovation and attract investments. During his meeting with Dr. Kabir Sidhu, Chairman, Competition Commission of Pakistan, Mr. Dar was briefed on the Commission’s efforts to strengthen competition law enforcement. Dr. Sidhu outlined initiatives … Read more

Tobacco harm reduction: a policy framework for future generations – Trendy Blogger

Tobacco harm reduction: a policy framework for future generations

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The current tobacco control landscape in Pakistan reveals the ongoing struggle to achieve significant reductions in smoking rates. Despite stringent taxes and regulatory measures, smoking remains a significant health burden, underscoring the need for a new approach. Adopting tobacco harm reduction (THR) as a formal strategy can bring about fundamental change, providing a path to … Read more