ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal arrived in Bangladesh on a two-day official visit to represent Pakistan at the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister-elect Tarique Rahman, the Foreign Office announced on Monday. Read More: Ahsan Iqbal to witness Rahman’s oath in Dhaka Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, secured a […]
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Nation must win ‘battle of economy’ after May conflict success: minister
The Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has said after the magnificent victory of the Pakistani forces in the “Battle of Truth” against India, the nation should now triumph in the “Battle of Economy” as well. He expressed these views while addressing the academia and students at University of Sindh […]
Ahsan Iqbal calls for equipping youth with Fintech and AI skills
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Prof Ahsan Iqbal has said that digital technologies can transform the economy and stressed the need to equip Pakistan’s youth with modern skills to benefit from global economic opportunities. Addressing the ceremony at Fintech Edge Institute, here on Saturday, he said that every sector of the economy […]
Gulfood: Ahsan urges value-added exports to achieve self-reliance
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal has stressed the need for value addition and export expansion to achieve economic self-reliance, saying the government was prioritizing export-led growth under Uraan Pakistan, during his visit to the Pakistan Pavilion at Gulfood 2026. “We are committed to promoting productivity, quality and innovation so […]
Pakistan targets $60bn exports by 2029, says Ahsan Iqbal
DUBAI: Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has said Pakistan has set an ambitious export target of $60 billion by 2029 as part of a long-term strategy aimed at strengthening the country’s presence in global trade. Read More: Pakistan eyes $6-8bn mineral exports: Ahsan Iqbal Speaking during his visit to the Pakistan Pavilion at Gulfood 2026 […]
Pakistan eyes $6-8bn mineral exports: Ahsan Iqbal
Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said Pakistan’s mineral exports could reach $6-8 billion annually this decade with value addition. He emphasized moving beyond raw extraction toward processing, refining, and industrial clusters. China’s partnership, he said, is central to achieving this goal. Addressing the Pak-China Mineral Cooperation Forum in Islamabad, Iqbal stressed the need for mineral […]
Ahsan calls for strong cybersecurity to counter misinformation
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Friday warned that misinformation and digital disinformation have emerged as major global threats, stressing the need to build digital resilience through education, awareness and strong cybersecurity measures. Addressing a panel discussion titled “Building Digital Resilience” at Afkar-e-Taza – Thinkfest 2026, held at Alhamra, here on […]
Ahsan Iqbal defends Pakistan’s role on Trump’s board
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has joined US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, aiming to support ceasefires and reconstruction in Gaza. Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal defended the move, saying Pakistan contributes alongside Muslim nations like Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, and the UAE. The decision sparked criticism from opposition parties over lack of parliamentary consultation. Iqbal said Pakistan […]
Government dismisses rumours of raising voting age as baseless
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday termed reports regarding raising the voting age in Pakistan from 18 to 25 as “baseless”, saying there was “no such legislation under consideration”. There is an emerging political discussion in the country about raising the voting age from 18 to 25. While no formal bill has been tabled yet, […]
Long range shooter Mohsin Nawaz meets Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal to discuss vision for shooting sports
Lahore: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary convened with Mohsin Nawaz, Pakistan’s most decorated F-Class shooter, to assess opportunities for expanding sports infrastructure and improving equipment import policies. Nawaz arrived at the meeting with specific recommendations. He proposed developing 50-meter shooting facilities in major cities and reducing customs duties on […]