Pakistan’s food exports hit $5.75 billion amid 20-month growth streak on April 21, 2025Pakistan’s food exports grew by 1.62% in the first nine months of FY2024–25, reaching $5.75 billion, official data shows. This marks the 20th straight month of growth, despite rising domestic food prices. The increase was mainly driven by stronger exports of basmati rice and sugar, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Basmati rice […]
Pakistan’s cement exports soar by 28% in first nine months of FY25 on April 21, 2025Pakistan’s cement exports have surged by 28.19% in the first nine months of the fiscal year 2024–25. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), exports totaled $230.067 million, up from $179.472 million last year. This growth reflects strong global demand and improved production capabilities. In terms of volume, cement exports rose by 39.91%. This […]
Pakistan’s salt exports to China jump 40% in early 2025 on April 21, 2025Pakistan’s salt exports to China soared 40% in the first quarter of 2025. This impressive increase highlights the growing trade relationship between the two countries. The value of exports reached $1.83 million, up from $1.30 million during the same period last year. Furthermore, this growth directly supports the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Several factors contributed […]
PEL partners with Panasonic to launch premium smart LED solutions in Pakistan on April 21, 2025Pak Elektron Limited (PEL) has expanded its partnership with Panasonic to offer premium smart LED solutions in Pakistan. This new collaboration aims to meet the rising demand for advanced visual products in the country. PEL announced this partnership in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday. The partnership is expected to boost […]
PM celebrates 9.38% yearly rise in Pakistan’s textile exports on April 21, 2025Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has praised Pakistan’s textile sector for achieving $13.613 billion in exports during the first nine months of FY25. This figure represents a remarkable 9.38% increase compared to the same period last year. The data comes from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) and highlights the textile industry’s importance to the country’s […]
Khawaja Anver Majid: A Legacy of Integrity, Industrial Transformation, and National Service on April 21, 2025Hilal-i-Imtiaz Recognition: Affirmation of Excellence Amidst Baseless Allegations. Khawaja Anver Majid, Founder and Chairman of Omni Group, has been conferred Pakistan’s second-highest civilian honor, the Hilal-i-Imtiaz, in recognition of his unparalleled contributions to the nation’s economic and social development. This prestigious accolade not only celebrates his five-decade career as a visionary industrialist and philanthropist but […]
Taxes on super rich stall under Trump By: AFP on April 21, 2025Global tax plans targeting billionaires and multinational companies are running aground, with the United States torpedoing reforms under President Donald Trump. The billionaire real estate tycoon has pulled the United States out of an international deal on taxing multinationals and threatened tariffs on countries that target US tech giants. Here is a look at the […]
Farmers urge govt to address their issues By: APP on April 21, 2025President Pakistan Kissan Ittehad, Khalid Mahmood Khokhar, has expressed serious concerns over the current state of agriculture in the country. Speaking to the media in Multan, he said that despite a recent meeting at the PM House, the issue of wheat prices was not discussed. He said that the farmers were encouraged to grow wheat […]
BMP for promoting agri cottage industries, supporting SMEs By: News Desk on April 21, 2025The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s Businessmen Panel (BMP) has asked the government to revitalize agricultural sector through innovation and sustainable development as the production had fallen so low that Pakistan had become an importer, while neighbouring countries had progressed in crop yields, which is shameful for us. FPCCI former president and […]
Pakistan Pavilion shines at MATTA Fair 2025 By: APP on April 21, 2025The Pakistan Pavilion at MATTA Fair 2025 has officially opened with great enthusiasm, captivating visitors with the vibrant culture, natural beauty, and rich heritage of Pakistan. The pavilion offers a comprehensive glimpse into Pakistan’s diverse tourism landscape-from the majestic mountains of the north to the tranquil beaches of the south, said a press release. Jointly […]