The World Bank will lend Pakistan more than $2 billion during the current fiscal year. This funding comes through the International Development Association (IDA) and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD). Officials say the money will support projects in agriculture, energy, water, finance, revenue, governance, and social services. The loans aim to boost […]
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Pakistan eyes green future with Azerbaijan in $2 billion climate deal
Pakistan and Azerbaijan are deepening their partnership with a focus on climate resilience and green energy. Federal Minister for Climate Change, Senator Musadik Malik, met with Azerbaijani Ambassador Khazar Farhadov to discuss joint initiatives in carbon trading, renewable energy, and environmental conservation. The meeting highlighted opportunities for Azerbaijan to invest in Pakistan’s emerging carbon market, […]
ADB reports $2 billion annual losses for Pakistan due to climate disasters
Pakistan suffers over $2 billion in annual losses due to climate-related disasters, worsening its already high poverty levels. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) highlighted the severe impact on vulnerable groups, especially women. In its Annual Report 2024, the ADB noted how climate events exacerbate challenges for the country’s poor and underserved communities. These losses […]
Pakistan and Denmark forge $2 billion maritime partnership to modernize ports
Pakistan and Denmark have announced a significant partnership worth $2 billion to modernize the country’s maritime infrastructure. This collaboration aims to improve port operations and enhance global trade competitiveness. The announcement came during a meeting between Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Danish Ambassador Jakob Linulf. They agreed to accelerate the implementation […]
Pakistan and Denmark discuss $2 billion maritime investment
Pakistan and Denmark reviewed the progress of Denmark’s $2 billion investment in Pakistan’s maritime sector. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry met with Danish Ambassador Jacob Linulf to discuss the project. They focused on implementing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed last year. Both sides emphasized the need to modernize ports and […]
Manchester United unveils ambitious £2bn stadium plans
Manchester United has revealed plans for a £2 billion, 100,000-seat stadium near Old Trafford. This new venue aims to become the largest football stadium in the UK, with completion targeted within five years. Designed by architects Foster and Partners, the stadium will feature a unique umbrella structure and a public plaza twice the size of […]
Meesha suing Ali Zafar for Rs 2 billion for defamation
Singer and actress Meesha Shafi is suing Ali Zafar for defamation. She has sent him a legal notice demanding Rs 2 billion in damages. In a new twist to the case, Meesha Shafi’s legal team sent the actor-singer a legal notice on Tuesday. Her lawyer Nighat Dad, shared a copy of the notice on her […]
LNG contract case: NAB summons ex-PM Abbasi on April 2
Shahid-Khaqan-Talk-Lhr-12-11-640x439Former Prime Minister, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, has been asked to appear before the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), on April 2, with reference to the liquefied natural gas (LNG) contract scam. In a notice issued on Thursday, he was summoned in a NAB case instituted against his alleged award of an LNG import contract at exorbitant […]