The federal government has appointed Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) leader Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui as a member of the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC), according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office. Read More: Khalid Maqbool reiterates MQM–P’s post-2016 stance The announcement said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved an expansion of the committee’s membership, adding the education minister […]
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Demands Federal Cabinet Performance Reports After Two Years
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sought two-year performance reports from the federal cabinet, signaling a review of government progress. The Prime Minister Seeks move highlights his focus on accountability and improved governance as the administration approaches a key phase. According to sources, the prime minister has formally asked all cabinet members to submit detailed reports […]
Federal Cabinet Approves Vaccine Production Policy to Boost Self-Reliance
The federal cabinet has approved a vaccine production policy to boost self-reliance and reduce imports. The meeting took place in Islamabad under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This decision marks a major step toward strengthening the country’s healthcare system and saving foreign exchange. During the meeting, the prime minister briefed cabinet members on ongoing diplomatic efforts […]
Islamabad local government elections likely to be delayed again
Local government elections in Islamabad are likely to be postponed yet again, marking a fifth consecutive delay, after the federal cabinet approved multiple amendments to the Local Government Act, 2015. The polls are currently scheduled for February 15, but the latest legal changes have cast serious doubt on that timeline. Read More: Shehbaz’s cabinet move […]
Federal cabinet extends off-grid power levy framework
ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet on Tuesday approved the extension of the Off-Grid Power Plants Levy Act 2025 to include the sale of gas to captive power plants by third parties, as it cleared a series of key policy and legislative measures alongside major economic decisions. Read More: Cabinet panel approves key board appointments across major […]
PM renews dialogue offer to opposition
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reiterated his government’s willingness to engage in dialogue with the opposition, stressing that talks could move forward only on legitimate and constructive matters. He made the remarks while chairing a federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad. Read More: Imran Khan Accepts PM Shehbaz Sharif’s Offer for Dialogue Referring to reports of the opposition Pakistan […]
Gemstone Policy Pakistan Awaits Cabinet Approval
The gemstone policy Pakistan has moved closer to approval. The Ministry of Industries sent it to the federal cabinet. Officials finalized the policy after consultations. The focus remains on value addition and exports. Meanwhile, a key meeting reviewed the gemstone policy Pakistan framework. The prime minister’s aide chaired the session. Government officials and industry experts […]
CDA moves summary to federal cabinet for hotel charge reduction
ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has forwarded a summary to the Interior Ministry for onward submission to the federal cabinet, seeking a decision on reducing commercial charges for hotel and motel projects in Islamabad. Read More: IHC orders federal government to dissolve CDA Sources said the move comes after last week’s cabinet submission, highlighting demands […]
Cabinet meet on security, fresh Amendments to 27th bill expected
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called an emergency meeting of the federal cabinet today. The session aims to review the worsening security situation in the country. According to officials, the meeting could take place at any time today. Cabinet members have been directed to stay available for urgent decisions. The government may also discuss new […]
Government officially bans TLP under anti-terrorism law
ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Interior has officially declared Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) a banned organization under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The decision follows approval from the federal cabinet in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. According to the interior ministry’s notification, the government has solid evidence linking TLP’s activities to terrorism. As a result, […]