Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Pakistan receives over $100 Million FDI from China in January 2025
ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (DNA): Pakistan attracted Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) worth $239 million in January 2025, with China emerging as the top investor, contributing 42.2% of the total inflows, according to the latest data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). During the month, FDI inflows from China stood at $100.8 million, while outflows were recorded at a mere $2.7 million, bringing the net FDI from China to $98.1 million. China’s Hong Kong also played a significant role, contributing $20.6 million in FDI, with $2.2 million in outflows, resultingRead More
Ricky Ponting’s verdict on Babar Azam’s Champions Trophy prospects
KARACHI, FEB 19 (DNA):As Pakistan prepares for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, cricket legend Ricky Ponting has weighed in on the team’s ongoing efforts to revive Babar Azam’s form. Speaking in a video shared by the ICC on Instagram, Ponting dissected Pakistan’s strategy, highlighting the adjustments made to Babar’s role in the batting order. “I think at the moment, Pakistan are trying everything they can to get Babar back into some form,” Ponting said. “And they’re moving him, you know, left him out of a couple of games, moved himRead More
Water project for Gwadar from Tajikistan feasibility study finalized
ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (DNA): Feasibility study of water project, supplying water to Gwadar from Tajikistan has been finalised, Gwadar Pro reported on Wednesday. President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday announced the completion of a feasibility study for a water supply project aimed at providing water to the port city of Gwadar from Tajikistan. This project is expected to address the water scarcity issues faced by Gwadar and support its growing population and development needs. Speaking during the closing session of the International Conference on ‘Regional Connectivity & Pakistan: Emerging Opportunities,’Read More
High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan visit AirSial head office
SIALKOT, FEB 19 (APP/DNA):High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan on Wednesday visited AirSial Limited corporate Head Office here. The distinguished guest was warmly received by Chairman AirSial Fazal Jilani, Senior Vice Chairman (SVC) AirSial Qaiser Iqbal Baryar, Chief Executive Officer AirSial Ameen Ahsan and Chief Operating Officer Tariq Amin. During the meeting, both parties engaged in productive discussions on matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on strengthening bilateral ties through enhanced air connectivity. It was unanimously agreed to initiate AirSial’s operations between Pakistan andRead More
World Day of Social Justice to be observed on 20 Feb
ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (APP):The World Day of Social Justice will be observed on February 20 (Thursday) to combat unemployment, social exclusion, and poverty. World Social Summit’s platform was established for governments, civil society organizations, private sector actors, and other stakeholders to collaborate on creating policies and strategies that promote inclusivity, equity, and sustainability. World Social Summit 2025, officially titled the “Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2),” is a significant global event aimed at fostering inclusive social development and addressing key challenges to achieve well-being for all.
Malaysia’s MCMC applauds Pakistan’s USF for bridging digital divide & empowering rural communities
ISLAMABAD, FEB 19 (APP/DNA):The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has praised the Universal Service Fund (USF) of the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoIT&T) for its remarkable efforts in bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas. While briefing a high-level delegation from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and tech companies who visited the Universal Service Fund Head CEO Ch. Mudassar Naveed highlighted USF’s pivotal role in empowering rural communities through 161 groundbreaking Access, Broadband, and OFC Projects, unlocking Rs. 136 billion in subsidies andRead More