Alliance Française, Black Box Sounds sign MoU on cultural exchange on July 12, 2024In a landmark ceremony, Black Box Sounds, an art and culture lab and communication for change organization and Alliance Française signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to bridge cultural divides and spark artistic innovation in Pakistan. The MOU was signed by Tauseeq Haider, CEO of Black Box Sounds, and Ali Bhatti, Director of Alliance Française […]
Meta’s Community Summit with Civil Society on July 5, 2024On July 2, Meta held a Community Summit in Islamabad, Pakistan to engage with civil society partners and discuss social media best practices, online safety, and freedom of expression. This was part of Meta’s initiative to meet key stakeholders in the country and reinforce the commitment to promote a safe and open online environment in […]
FFC partners with Agrilift to scale Agtech in Pakistan on July 5, 2024Fauji Fertilizer Company (FFC) “Partner in Prosperity,” has entered into a strategic partnership with Agrilift to scale their agricultural practices in Pakistan through the introduction of latest Agtech. This collaboration aims to modernize farming practices, thus enhancing national food security and sustainability in the agricultural sector. Through this alliance, FFC and Agrilift will introduce an […]
PC to keep stakeholders on board on July 5, 2024A high-level meeting of the Board of Privatization Commission was held in Islamabad under the Chairmanship of Federal Minister for Privatization, Investment Board and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan to finalize the privatization of various institutions and regarding important issues related to it. Federal Minister for Privatization Abdul Aleem Khan directed that all stakeholders should be […]
Mobilink Bank champions sustainability-driven leadership with ESG training on July 3, 2024Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has taken a leap forward in solidifying its position as a frontrunner in sustainable banking practices. The Bank announced the successful completion of an external training program on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices explicitly designed for its leadership team. This in-depth training initiative equipped the Bank’s top […]
NLC shines at Tashkent Exhibition with innovative logistics solutions on July 2, 2024The National Logistics Corporation (NLC) made a significant impact at the “Made in Pakistan Exhibition” held at the Uz Expo Center in Tashkent, drawing a large number of the Uzbek business community, industry leaders and government officials. The three-day event also featured participation from other logistics companies and around 80 firms from various corporate sectors […]
VIS reaffirms entity ratings of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited on July 2, 2024VIS Credit Rating Company Limited (VIS) has reaffirmed the entity ratings of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (‘ZTBL or’the Bank) at ‘AAA/A-1+’ (Triple A/A-One Plus). The medium to long-term rating of ‘AAA’ denotes highest credit quality; the risk factors are negligible, being only slightly more than for risk-free Government of Pakistan’s debt. The short-term rating of’A-1+’ […]
‘She Loves Tech Pakistan 2024’ launched in Lahore on June 27, 2024The highly anticipated ‘She Loves Tech Pakistan 2024’ competition kicked off its Lahore City round, co-organized by CIRCLE Women Association and LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship. The event, held at the LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, saw the participation of 15 shortlisted women-led startups vying for a chance to compete in the National Finale in August. This […]
Mashreq Pakistan secures approval to launch Islamic banking operations on June 27, 2024Mashreq Pakistan, a part of Mashreq which is the leading financial institution in the MENA region, has announced a significant milestone in its foray into Pakistan. Mashreq Pakistan has been granted In-Principal Approval (IPA) by the State Bank of Pakistan to commence its Islamic Banking operations within the country. This is a pivotal moment that […]
Senate proposal offers lifeline: Hope for Pakistan’s dairy industry amidst proposed tax on June 26, 2024The Pakistan National Budget 2024-25 originally proposed an 18% sales tax on packaged milk, a measure intended to boost government revenue but with potential widespread impacts on public health, agriculture, and economic stability. However, responding to concerns raised, the Senate of Pakistan has intervened with a recommendation to maintain the zero rating for packaged milk […]