SBP Confirms $2bn Payment to UAE
The Pakistan UAE loan repayment SBP update has confirmed that Pakistan has repaid $2 billion to the United Arab Emirates. State Bank of Pakistan shared the development as part of ongoing efforts to manage external debt obligations. The repayment highlights Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining financial discipline and meeting international obligations despite economic pressures. Lead Paragraph […]
Aurangzeb says all options on table to replace UAE’s $3.5bn funding, weighs strategic fuel reserve
Pakistan’s finance leadership has indicated that all options are being considered to replace the $3.5 billion financial support previously extended by the United Arab Emirates. Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized that the government is actively evaluating alternative funding sources while also exploring the creation of a strategic fuel reserve. This dual approach aims to strengthen economic resilience […]
Pakistan Gas Supply to Power Sector at Risk as LNG Shortfall Deepens in 2026
Natural gas has long been the backbone of Pakistan’s energy mix. It powers homes, factories, fertiliser plants, and electricity generation across the country. In FY 2024, local natural gas made up 29.3% of Pakistan’s total primary energy supply. Pakistan has a vast gas pipeline network stretching over 218,000 kilometres, serving more than 10.7 million customers. […]
Aurangzeb, Saudi Counterpart Discuss Strong Bilateral Relationship and Economic Cooperation
The latest talks between Muhammad Aurangzeb and his Saudi counterpart highlight the growing momentum in Pakistan Saudi economic cooperation. Both sides emphasized strengthening bilateral ties, boosting trade, and exploring new opportunities for investment. This development reflects a broader strategy to deepen diplomatic and economic engagement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Strengthening a Longstanding Partnership Pakistan […]
ADB Pakistan Growth Forecast Upgraded to 3.5% for FY2026
The latest ADB Pakistan growth forecast has brought cautious optimism for the economy of Pakistan. The Asian Development Bank has upgraded Pakistan’s economic growth projection to 3.5%, signaling gradual recovery after years of financial challenges. This upward revision reflects improving macroeconomic stability, better policy measures, and signs of recovery in key sectors. While challenges remain, […]
Massive Israeli Airstrikes Rock Lebanon as Hezbollah Halts Fire
The Israel Lebanon airstrikes war has entered a new phase as Israel launched its heaviest bombardment of Lebanon since the conflict began. The escalation comes at a time when Hezbollah has temporarily paused its attacks, raising questions about strategy, ceasefire prospects, and regional stability. Background of the Conflict The Israel Lebanon airstrikes war is rooted […]
IT Exporters, Freelancers Get Relief in Pakistan
Pakistan has announced new relief measures for IT exporters and freelancers, aiming to boost the country’s IT exports and support digital professionals. The government’s plan includes tax incentives, easier payment procedures, and promotional support for IT exports Pakistan. Background: IT Sector in Pakistan Pakistan’s IT industry has grown rapidly over the past decade, with freelancers […]
In Strait of Hormuz, Iran and China Take Aim at US Dollar Hegemony
US Dollar Hegemony Faces Historic Challenge in Strait of Hormuz The Strait of Hormuz has become the latest and perhaps most consequential battleground in the long-running global challenge to US dollar hegemony as Iran and China coordinate efforts to undermine the American financial dominance that has shaped the global economic order since the end of […]
Trump’s Latest on Iran War: “Stone Ages” Threat, Iran’s Response, and What’s at Stake for American Companies
President Donald Trump, in his first primetime address since launching Operation Epic Fury, declared the Iran war is “nearing completion” while simultaneously threatening to bomb Iran “back to the stone ages.” Iran’s response to Trump has been defiant, with its military promising more “crushing and destructive” attacks, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) threatening […]
Pakistan’s Energy Gamble: Can Alternative Oil Routes Save the Country From the Strait of Hormuz Crisis?
Pakistan is racing against time to secure its energy future as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz the world’s most critical oil chokepoint threatens to cut off the bulk of the country’s petroleum supplies. The Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20% of the world’s daily oil consumption flows, was officially closed to many […]
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