Petroleum cargo handling rises at Karachi’s Port Qasim Authority
ISLAMABAD: Port operations in Pakistan have seen a notable increase amid ongoing regional tensions affecting key global shipping routes. Despite…
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New PIA owners rattled by rising jet fuel costs, worry about sustainability
Pakistan’s national airline may face severe operational challenges if the sharp increase in jet fuel prices continues, according to industry…
‘This is not a joke’: Business community condemns statements against Pakistan’s GSP+ status
Lahore: The country’s top business body has strongly criticised statements perceived as harmful to Pakistan’s preferential trade status with the…
Centre, provinces agree on rolling out app-based fuel quota system for motorcycles, rickshaws
Islamabad: The federal and provincial governments have agreed to introduce a mobile application-based quota system to provide subsidised fuel to…
Australia, European Union agree sweeping new trade pact 8 years in the works
The European Union and Australia finalized a long-anticipated free-trade agreement on Tuesday, marking a significant step in economic and strategic…
PSX rallies 1,200 points after Eid break
The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s KSE-100 index rebounded strongly on Tuesday, rising by over 1,200 points following the Eidul Fitr holiday…
Rising Shipping and Air Cargo Surcharges Threaten Pakistani Exports
KARACHI — Pakistani exporters are facing mounting cost pressures as global shipping lines and air cargo operators impose new surcharges,…
ICMA Proposes New Digital, Property, and Green Levies for Pakistan’s 2026-27 Budget
ISLAMABAD — The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) has proposed a range of new levies for…
Pakistan among 60 countries facing US forced labour investigations
The United States Trade Representative has launched investigations into alleged unfair trade practices in 60 economies, including Pakistan. The inquiry…
PM Shehbaz says prices of petroleum products not being increased despite uptick in global market
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided not to increase petroleum prices at this time, despite rising global oil prices, in…