Despite a healthy primary balance of 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) at home, the Ministry of Finance on Thursday warned that Pakistan’s external sector may be facing risks owing to emerging global uncertainties and regional supply disruptions amid a higher rate of inflation. “External demand may remain supportive in some markets but […]
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Pakistan calls for collective response to global instability at SCO moot
Pakistan on Tuesday warned of a rapidly deteriorating global security environment, urging greater cooperation among member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to counter rising instability, disinformation and conflict. Addressing the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Bishkek, Pakistan’s delegation led by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif underscored that the world is witnessing an erosion of […]
American Exceptionalism in Contemporary Global Politics
American exceptionalism is the belief that the United States holds a unique position among nations, shaped by its distinct history, founding ideals, and political system rooted in democracy, freedom, and liberty. It suggests that America is not only different but carries a special responsibility to act as a model for others, often described metaphorically as […]
The End of Cheap Energy: A Structural Break in the Global Order
The global energy system is not experiencing a cyclical disturbance; it is undergoing a structural rupture. The conflict involving Iran has not merely disrupted supply chains, it has exposed and accelerated deeper vulnerabilities embedded in the architecture of global energy markets. For decades, the world operated on a foundational assumption: that energy would remain abundant, […]
Pakistan to pitch Discos privatisation in global roadshows across key markets
Pakistan is set to launch an international investor outreach campaign to attract bids for the privatisation of three major power distribution companies as part of a sweeping reforms, on Sunday. Under the plan, Pakistan will hold a series of roadshows in China, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, alongside domestic investor engagements to promote the upcoming privatisation […]
Finmin advance economic diplomacy, engages global partners in Washington
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, concluded final day of IMF-WB Spring Meetings in Washington. He held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with global financial institutions, development partners and private sector stakeholders to advance Pakistan’s economic priorities and strengthen international partnerships. During a meeting with Francis Brooke, Deputy Secretary at the […]
Pakistan’s peace efforts have earned global praise: Azma
Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Punjab, Azma Bokhari has said that, by the grace of Allah, voices of “Thank You Pakistan” and “Gratitude to Pakistan” are being heard across the world today. She said the international community has wholeheartedly acknowledged Pakistan’s sincere efforts for the promotion of peace. The Minister emphasized that Prime Minister […]
Pakistan raises $500m Eurobond in return to global markets after four years
Pakistan has raised $500 million through a three-year Eurobond, marking its return to international capital markets after a four-year gap, a government adviser said on Friday, in a sign of improving investor sentiment toward the country’s economy. The issuance comes as Islamabad seeks to rebuild its presence in global debt markets following years of economic […]
Global Market Return
Pakistan’s finance team has marked a return to the global markets with a US$500?million Eurobond under its Global Medium?Term Note programme. Officials noted that the three?year note drew strong investor demand despite market uncertainty and set a fresh benchmark for the future, speaking volumes about the country’s resilience and its ability to regain the confidence […]
Pakistan has emerged from isolation to global spotlight: Azma
Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Punjab, Azma Bokhari, has said that a new phase of positive developments has begun for Pakistan, and the country is now poised for a significant leap forward. She emphasized that Pakistan has attained an important position on the global stage, where the world is not only observing but also […]