Economy
Pakistan remittances rise 16.5% to $3.66 billion in August
2 DAYS AGO
Pakistan expects first North-South Corridor shipments in March 2027, eyes direct Moscow flights
Ambassador Faisal Tirmizi says Pakistan plans March 2027 corridor shipments and is pursuing direct air connectivity between Islamabad and Moscow.
2 DAYS AGO
‘Cost, clean air, ecosystem’: Inside Pakistan’s electric two-wheeler shift
Industry representatives say fuel costs and local technology are driving adoption, as Pakistan’s NEV Policy targets 30% clean vehicle sales by 2030 nationwide.
4 DAYS AGO
Pakistan unveils $10 million risk pool to expand export insurance
Initiative targets smaller businesses and aims to reduce export risks while strengthening Pakistan’s overseas trade.
5 DAYS AGO
Pakistan advances maritime reforms, targets port efficiency
The 99-point roadmap covers ports, shipping, shipbuilding and fisheries, while officials report faster cargo processing and planned investment in the maritime sector.
6 DAYS AGO
ADB vice president meets Pakistan's PM to discuss economic growth
Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank chart development priorities for 2026-2030, focusing on modernizing the ML-1 railway corridor, with discussions also covering energy security, food security, and private sector growth initiatives.
6 DAYS AGO
Pakistan finance minister reaffirms support for privatization, public-private partnerships
Targeting stronger economic growth, higher revenues, and increased foreign exchange reserves, Muhammad Aurangzeb says the government’s priorities include enabling the private sector to lead economic growth, maintaining the pace of structural reforms, and avoiding a return to the country’s recurring boom-and-bust economic cycles.
7 DAYS AGO
Pakistan begins $43M upgrade of Gadani shipbreaking yard
Upgrade includes 30-bed hospital, labor colony, school and solar power infrastructure.
September 3, 2026
Pakistan raises record $3B through largest-ever Eurobond transaction
Transaction attracts nearly $6 billion in orders from institutional investors across global markets, almost twice the amount Pakistan issued.
September 3, 2026