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The proposed FTA aims to reduce trade barriers, improve market access, encourage investment, and make cross-border trade easier for businesses in both countries
Pakistan's pension bill has risen sharply over the past decade, creating increasing pressure on public finances
Lower transaction costs could encourage more fuel stations to install card machines and QR payment facilities, making digital payments more accessible for millions of motorists
The Petroleum Division is expected to issue revised drafts of the Upgrade and Escrow Agreements following the recent policy amendments
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David Warner Admits Drink-Driving Offence Ahead of Sentencing
Hill said Warner accepted full responsibility for his actions and expressed genuine remorse
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Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón completed the clean sweep by winning the FIFA Golden Glove after delivering one of the finest goalkeeping campaigns in World Cup history
Argentina Reaches FIFA World Cup 2026 Final After Beating England
However, enthusiasm grew with each knockout victory as Lionel Messi and his teammates advanced through the tournament
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China’s Zhipu AI Releases Open-Weight GLM-5.2 Model, Raising Cybersecurity Questions
Its open-weight format is particularly attractive to developers and enterprises that require full autonomy over AI tools
US Issues Temporary License Allowing Iranian Oil Sales Until August 21
US officials describe the license as part of an interim diplomatic framework tied to broader negotiations with Tehran
Pakistan’s External Borrowing Rises by Over Five Billion Dollars Amid Fiscal Strain
External support from strategic partners played a central role in bolstering foreign exchange reserves
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HEC Announces Fully Funded SLIIT Undergraduate Scholarship for Pakistani Students
The opportunity gives one Pakistani student the chance to study at one of Sri Lanka's leading higher education institutions with a 100% tuition fee waiver
Pakistan Yet to Decide on 1 Million Ton Wheat Import as Stock Review Continues
Agriculture experts say the final decision should strike a balance between protecting consumers and ensuring fair returns for local wheat farmers
Pakistan Cotton Arrivals Jump 32% as Sindh Drives Early Crop Growth
A stronger domestic cotton crop would benefit Pakistan's textile industry by improving raw material availability and potentially reducing import dependence
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The proposed FTA aims to reduce trade barriers, improve market access, encourage investment, and make cross-border trade easier for businesses in both countries
Pakistan's pension bill has risen sharply over the past decade, creating increasing pressure on public finances
Lower transaction costs could encourage more fuel stations to install card machines and QR payment facilities, making digital payments more accessible for millions of motorists
The Petroleum Division is expected to issue revised drafts of the Upgrade and Escrow Agreements following the recent policy amendments
Top Stories
HEC Announces Fully Funded SLIIT Undergraduate Scholarship for Pakistani Students
The opportunity gives one Pakistani student the chance to study at one of Sri Lanka's leading higher education institutions with a 100% tuition fee waiver
Pakistan Yet to Decide on 1 Million Ton Wheat Import as Stock Review Continues
Agriculture experts say the final decision should strike a balance between protecting consumers and ensuring fair returns for local wheat farmers
Pakistan Cotton Arrivals Jump 32% as Sindh Drives Early Crop Growth
A stronger domestic cotton crop would benefit Pakistan's textile industry by improving raw material availability and potentially reducing import dependence
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David Warner Admits Drink-Driving Offence Ahead of Sentencing
Hill said Warner accepted full responsibility for his actions and expressed genuine remorse
Shoaib Akhtar Picks Lionel Messi Over Cristiano Ronaldo in GOAT Debate
Akhtar's remarks quickly spread across social media, reigniting the debate between supporters of Messi and Ronaldo
Spain Beat Argentina as Rodri Wins World Cup Golden Ball
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón completed the clean sweep by winning the FIFA Golden Glove after delivering one of the finest goalkeeping campaigns in World Cup history
Argentina Reaches FIFA World Cup 2026 Final After Beating England
However, enthusiasm grew with each knockout victory as Lionel Messi and his teammates advanced through the tournament
Business
China’s Zhipu AI Releases Open-Weight GLM-5.2 Model, Raising Cybersecurity Questions
Its open-weight format is particularly attractive to developers and enterprises that require full autonomy over AI tools
US Issues Temporary License Allowing Iranian Oil Sales Until August 21
US officials describe the license as part of an interim diplomatic framework tied to broader negotiations with Tehran
Pakistan’s External Borrowing Rises by Over Five Billion Dollars Amid Fiscal Strain
External support from strategic partners played a central role in bolstering foreign exchange reserves