Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the launch of a pilot project for a proposed automated income tax collection system in Islamabad, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said. In a statement, the PMO said that Prime Minister Shehbaz chaired a review meeting on ongoing reforms in the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), attended by […]
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PM hails special ties with Washington at event marking US 250th anniversary
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hailed the “true and special relationship” between Pakistan and the United States, which has spanned nearly eight decades and covers bilateral interests in security, counter-terrorism, energy and science, among other fields. Addressing an event marking the US 250th anniversary, PM Shehbaz noted that Islamabad and Washington had “worked closely […]
PM directs ministries to ensure tech integration into economy
Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed all ministries to ensure meaningful expert consultation for modern technologies’ integration across various sectors of the economy. Chairing a high-level review meeting on policy measures and reforms aimed at boosting investment and overall economic growth, the prime minister said that the promotion of industry and skilled trades, […]
Export refinance rate to remain capped at 4.5% until 2027: PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Monday, said that the country’s economy had stabilized through continuous and strenuous hard work while further efforts were afoot for accelerated economic growth. The prime minister expressed these views during a consultative meeting held with a delegation of senior leadership from different Chambers of Commerce and Industry that called on him. […]
Interior minister briefs PM on law, order situation
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif praised the performance of the Ministry of Interior, law enforcement agencies, and security forces for their efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the country, protecting the lives and property of citizens, and making effective security arrangements for the upcoming elections in Gilgit-Baltistan. He stated that the government would continue […]
PM seeks Chinese support to transform Pakistan agri sector
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday called for a major transformation of Pakistan’s agriculture sector through enhanced cooperation with China, proposing that the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) take a leading role in revitalizing Pakistan’s agricultural research institutions and modernizing farming practices. Addressing a workshop on Pakistan-China agricultural cooperation during his visit to the […]
Pakistan hopes to host next round of US-Iran talks soon
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Sunday that Pakistan hopes to host the next round of talks between the United States and Iran “very soon,” as diplomatic efforts intensify toward a possible agreement aimed at easing regional tensions. In a post on X, the prime minister said Pakistan would continue its peace efforts “with utmost […]
PM says steps being taken to boost foreign investment as obstacles cleared
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the government was prioritizing measures to boost foreign investment, as the obstacles had already been cleared through the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). The prime minister, in a meeting with a delegation led by Founder of Qatar’s Taameer Group Mohammad Hussain Al-Ali, which called on him here, said […]
PM heads to China today to deepen strategic cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will discuss the ongoing US-Iran tensions with Chinese leaders during his visit to Beijing later this week, Pakistan’s foreign office said on Friday, as Islamabad and Beijing deepen coordination over a conflict that has disrupted global energy supplies and threatened wider regional instability. China has emerged as a key diplomatic backer […]
Pakistan celebrates 75 years of China ties with more to come
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday received a high-level Chinese delegation, led by Cai Dafeng, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC), that is visiting Pakistan to participate in the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China. While welcoming the Chinese […]