Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad to discuss urgent national and regional issues. The talks focused on the Middle East situation, national security, and economic stability. The decisions could affect government policy, provincial coordination, and the wider public. During the meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr, the prime minister briefed the president on […]
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Shehbaz Sharif prioritizes relief, petroleum management
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the government is prepared to face any situation arising from global tensions after US and Israeli attacks on Iran. He emphasized that economic stability and public relief remain top priorities. The comments come amid disruptions in oil supply and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The premier chaired a […]
Pakistan’s forex reserves rise $8.7 million
Pakistan’s official foreign exchange reserves rose by $8.7 million last week, the State Bank of Pakistan reported Thursday. The central bank said reserves reached $16.3 billion as of February 27, 2026. Including commercial banks’ holdings, the country’s total foreign reserves were recorded at $21.43 billion. Commercial banks reportedly held $5.13 billion in reserves during the […]
Pakistan’s trade deficit surges 8.4 percent in february
Pakistan’s trade deficit widened sharply in February, rising 8.4 percent to $298.1 million, highlighting ongoing pressure on the country’s external sector amid falling exports and persistent import demand. The first eight months of the current financial year saw the trade gap surge by 25 percent, surpassing $25 billion as imports continued to outpace exports, reflecting […]
Pakistan’s business optimism hits seven-year peak
Pakistan’s business confidence has reached its highest point in seven years, as revealed in the latest OICCI Business Confidence Survey 2025. The report shows a sharp improvement in investor sentiment, driven primarily by economic stability and policy support. Moreover, the findings signal a positive shift in the country’s overall business climate. According to the survey, […]