France to tap into trade, investment opportunities in Pakistan: diplomat By: Agencies on December 26, 2024French Ambassador to Pakistan, Nicolas Galley, stated that Pakistan and France currently enjoy excellent diplomatic and political relations. He emphasized the need to further promote economic, trade, and diplomatic ties between the two countries, noting that France appreciates Pakistan’s efforts toward regional peace and stability. A number of French companies are investing in Pakistan, and […]
Dubai hits over a decade high; most Gulf shares muted By: Reuters on December 26, 2024Dubai’s benchmark share index jumped on Wednesday to its highest level in more than a decade, while most other markets in the Gulf were muted as investors braced for fewer rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve in the coming year. Dubai’s benchmark stock index extended its gain to a second straight session, rising 0.6% […]
Toyota global production down for 10th month despite rising sales By: Reuters on December 26, 2024Toyota Motor’s global production decreased for a 10th straight month in November, the Japanese carmaker said on Wednesday, although its worldwide sales grew for the second consecutive month on solid demand in the United States and China. The world’s biggest automaker manufactured 869,230 vehicles globally in November, down 6.2% from the same month last year, […]
Tech, finance key to Pakistan’s industrial decarbonization By: APP on December 26, 2024A roundtable discussion on the “Business Case for Decarbonization in Pakistan” hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) emphasized the critical need for industrial decarbonization to address the nation’s economic, energy, and environmental crises that was possible through ensuring emerging technologies and financial instruments accessible to developing nations like Pakistan. The event, moderated by […]
China to focus on stabilising housing market in 2025 By: Agencies on December 26, 2024Efforts will continue in 2025 to stabilize and prevent further declines in China’s real estate market, China Construction News reported, citing a work conference held by the housing regulator on Tuesday and Wednesday. China will vigorously promote the reform of the commercial housing sales system, and expand the scope of urban village renovation beyond the […]
Trade Development Authority conducts national exporters training program By: APP on December 26, 2024The National Exporters Training Program (NETP) , in cooperation with TDAP’s regional office in Hyderabad, successfully conducted a NETP session in collaboration with Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Export Development Fund (EDF). The training session, held at the Hyderabad Club, was attended by more than 90 potential exporters, stakeholders, and women entrepreneurs from the Hyderabad […]
Dera administration holds revenue darbar for citizens By: APP on December 26, 2024District administration held a revenue Darbar at Tehsil Office to address revenue-related issues of citizens immediately. The forum was held as per directives of Deputy Commissioner Sara Rehman as part of efforts to ensure better services to people under the government’s public service agenda. According to the administration, Additional Deputy Commissioner Adnan Jamil, Assistant Commissioner […]
Punjab signs MoU with China’s clean air alliance By: Agencies on December 26, 2024In a significant move to combat air pollution and promote sustainable growth in Punjab, the Punjab Government and Punjab Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bluetech Clean Air Alliance, a non-profit professional organization from China focused on the development of clean air technologies and industries. The agreement outlines a series of initiatives […]
Cabinet proposes uniform gas prices By: Agencies on December 25, 2024Cabinet members have urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to introduce uniform gas prices in a bid to do away with alleged favouritism, which benefitted certain manufacturers. At present, different gas prices are being charged from urea manufacturers. Some are paying lower tariffs whereas some others are asked to pay higher rates. However, all manufacturers are […]
Gold prices decline by Rs.800 to Rs.272,600 per tola By: APP on December 25, 2024The price of 24 karat per tola gold decreased by Rs.800 and was sold at Rs.272,600 on Tuesday against its sale at Rs 273,400 the previous day. The price of 10 grams of 24 karat gold also decreased by Rs.685 to Rs.233,711 from Rs.234,396 whereas that of 10 gram 22 karat gold declined to Rs.214,235 […]