Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Iran keen to expand ties with Turkmenistan, especially in energy sector: President
Tehran, May 21 (IRNA/APP/DNA):President Masoud Pezeshkian said strengthening cooperation between Iran and Turkmenistan will guarantee the economic interests and security of both nations. Pezeshkian made the remarks as he met with Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov in Tehran, where they discussed ways to expand bilateral relations, particularly in the energy sector. The president said Iran is eager to import natural gas from Turkmenistan, while it also has the capacity to export and swap gas with neighboring countries. He also emphasized the need to build a gas pipeline between the twoRead More
Govt likely to impose Rs2.50 per litre carbon levy on POL products
ISLAMABAD, MAY 21 (DNA):The Petroleum Division has forwarded a summary to the Cabinet Committee for Disposal of Legislative Cases (CCLC), proposing the introduction of a carbon levy of Rs2.50 per litre on petrol, diesel, and furnace oil by the end of June for the fiscal year 2025-26. The levy is expected to be increased to Rs5 per litre on petroleum products in the subsequent fiscal year, 2026-27. This measure aligns with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which has provided Pakistan with $1.3 billion under the Resilience andRead More
Pakistan to establish digital assets authority
“Pakistan must regulate not just to catch up — but to lead. With the PDAA, we are creating a future-ready framework that protects consumers, invites global investment, and puts Pakistan at the forefront of financial innovation,” said Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD: In a landmark move to embrace the future of finance, the Ministry of Finance has announced the initiation of a comprehensive strategy to regulate digital assets and accelerate the growth of Pakistan’s virtual asset economy. The government has endorsed the establishment ofRead More
Pakistan and China agree to extend CPEC to Afghanistan
Three nations also reaffirm cooperation for regional security, economic connectivity DNA ISLAMABAD: In a significant trilateral engagement, Pakistan and China have agreed to extend the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan, reaffirming their commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and economic cooperation. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chinese Foreign Minister and Member of the CPC Political Bureau Wang Yi, and Acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan Amir Khan Muttaqi held an informal trilateral meeting inRead More
Field Marshal Asim Munir Honoured at Yadgar-e-Shuhada Ceremony
RAWALPINDI, MAY 21 (DNA):A Special Guard of Honour ceremony was held at Yadgar-e-Shuhada, General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi, in honour of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M). On this solemn occasion, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada and offered Fateha to pay tribute to the martyrs of Pakistan. The Field Marshal dedicated this honour to the entire nation, the Armed Forces of Pakistan, and in particular, to the martyrs and veterans of both civil and Armed Forces & Law Enforcement Agencies. COAS expressed that,Read More