Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb traveled to America to complete Pakistan-United States Trade Dialogue negotiations. The finance minister's journey represents an important milestone for enhancing economic partnerships between the two nations. His mission focuses on finalizing discussions regarding a potential trade agreement that would benefit each country's economy. Government officials stress that strong commercial relationships form the foundation of Pakistan-America diplomatic connections. These talks will address cooperation opportunities across multiple business sectors.
America serves as Pakistan's primary trading partner, prompting Islamabad to seek expanded collaboration beyond conventional areas. The dialogue encompasses potential...
Balochistan Assembly members approved legislation targeting workplace harassment against women employees. Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti commended the amendment bill during the parliamentary session. Dr. Rubaba Khan Buledi earned praise for drafting the measure and building legislative consensus. The chief minister declared that gender equality drives societal progress and economic growth. Opposition parties supported the protective legislation unanimously.
The new law creates safety standards for female workers across various professional sectors. Bugti emphasized that secure workplaces enable women to contribute meaningfully to provincial development. The legislation reflects the government's dedication to eliminating gender-based...
Pakistan Peoples Party leaders gathered at the Governor's Annex in Rawalpindi to celebrate President Asif Ali Zardari's 70th birthday. Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan served as the chief guest while former Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf joined the festivities. The officials cut a ceremonial cake and offered prayers for the president's well-being. Party workers attended the event in large numbers to honor their leader.
Governor Khan credited Zardari with maintaining Pakistan's democratic system through his political expertise. He noted that party unity stems from Zardari's effective guidance since Benazir Bhutto designated him as her successor. The governor recalled how Zardari promoted the "Pakistan Khappay" message during...
Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a book launch event on Monday. The minister described Erdogan as a visionary Muslim leader who champions Islamic causes worldwide. Tarar spoke at the release ceremony for Dr. Furqan Hameed's publication about the Turkish president. He emphasized the strong historical connections between Pakistan and Turkey based on shared principles. The relationship traces back to the Khilafat Movement and continues through modern collaborative projects.
Tarar highlighted Erdogan's political evolution from Istanbul mayor to leader of the Justice and Development Party. He praised the Turkish president's administrative skills and popular appeal among...
Additional Foreign Secretary Hamid Asghar represented Pakistan at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Contact Group meeting focused on Somalia. Qatar hosted the diplomatic gathering in Doha where Pakistan expressed strong support for enhanced bilateral partnerships. Asghar held separate discussions with Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Abdi Ali about expanding cooperation between their nations. The officials explored multiple areas for collaboration during their bilateral talks. These partnership opportunities covered training programs, maritime defense development, and healthcare sector cooperation.
The two diplomats discussed establishing direct maritime routes connecting Karachi with Mogadishu ports. Defense partnerships and...
Pakistan's securities regulator set February 9, 2026, as the launch date for faster trade settlements at the stock exchange. The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan Chairman made this announcement during a Karachi event attended by market operators, brokers, and financial institutions. Markets will shift from the current two-day settlement period to a single day for completing transactions.
This change reduces financial risks while boosting market efficiency and protecting investors through quicker trade processing. Pakistan joins major economies like the United States, China, Canada, Mexico, and Argentina that have adopted similar systems. The National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited coordinates the transition with an...
Federal Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain deployed government officials to individual sugar facilities after discovering compliance failures during discussions with the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association and provincial representatives. Mills have violated mutually established stock release agreements despite previous commitments from ownership. The government responded by implementing direct supervision at production sites to guarantee proper inventory management and market distribution. Officials will monitor adherence to established protocols and prevent supply chain disruptions that affect consumers.
The Pakistan Sugar Mills Association presented operational difficulties during the ministerial conference. Hussain addressed industry...
Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti directed officials to finalize Budget 2026 preparations before March during a Parliamentary Committee meeting on Public Sector Development Programme implementation. The chief minister mandated completion of all development projects valued up to Rs 650 million by February 2026. He rejected phased cost estimations and required PC-1 documents to display complete project expenses. Bugti emphasized that aligning projects with available resources would accelerate implementation timelines. The meeting addressed transparency, speed, and quality as essential elements for successful development initiatives.
Political representatives from the Pakistan Peoples Party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, Awami...
Elizabeth Horst, the United States Chargé d'Affaires, visited Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday. The officials met at the Ministry of Finance to strengthen bilateral ties between their nations. Aurangzeb thanked America for supporting Pakistan's economic stability during the previous eighteen months. The minister described his recent Washington meetings with Commerce Secretary Howard Luttnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as productive discussions. Both leaders emphasized expanding cooperation beyond traditional sectors into technology, minerals, and agricultural development.
Pakistan seeks broader engagement with its largest trading partner through diverse economic partnerships. Aurangzeb presented...
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