Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Without cheaper electricity, Pakistan’s factories will struggle: ICCI
ISLAMABAD, JUL 15 /DNA/ – The leadership of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) has called on the government to further reduce power tariffs in order to strengthen Pakistan’s industrial competitiveness in global markets. It emphasized that persistently high energy costs have long been a major barrier to productivity and growth in the country’s industrial sector. President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, along with Senior Vice President Abdul Rehman Siddiqui and Vice President Nasir Mehmood Chaudhry, underscored the urgent need for a sustainable and industry-friendly energy policy, warning that withoutRead More
MNA Jamshed Dasti disqualified by Election Commission
ISLAMABAD, JUL 15 /DNA/ – The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has disqualified MNA Jamshed Dasti after a reference was sent against him by National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq. The action was taken following Dasti’s disruptive behavior during a speech by PML-N leader Khawaja Asif in the assembly. Dasti had repeatedly interrupted Asif, accusing the government of “toeing the establishment line.” His remarks sparked controversy, prompting Speaker Sadiq to refer the matter to the ECP for further action. The commission ruled that Dasti violated parliamentary norms, leading to his disqualification.Read More
Ambassador of Egypt meets FPCCI President Atif Ikram
During the meeting, President FPCCI emphasized the urgent need to reduce high tariffs on Pakistani products entering the Egyptian market, calling it a major barrier to trade growth. He also highlighted the importance of establishing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Pakistan and Egypt, terming it vital for unlocking the full potential of economic cooperation ISLAMABAD, JUL 15 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of Egypt to Pakistan, Dr. Ihab Mohamed Abdelhamid, called on the President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), Atif Ikram Sheikh, to discussRead More
FM Dar meets ‘iron-clad brother’ President Xi
Foreign minister also exchanges views with counterparts from Iran, Uzbekistan and Belarus on sidelines of CFM meeting DNA BEIJING: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Chinese President Xi Jinping as he represented Pakistan at the joint call of the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member States in Beijing on Tuesday. “Delighted to meet earlier today with President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Conveyed the warm greetings of the leadership, government and people of Pakistan,” FM Dar said inRead More
The bitter truth about Pakistan’s sugar crisis
Pakistan is an agricultural country with vast fertile lands, a favorable climate, and a hardworking farming community. Yet, it is a national shame that despite being capable of producing enough sugar to meet domestic demand, the country repeatedly faces sugar shortages and is forced to import the commodity at exorbitant prices. The recent sugar crisis is not an isolated incident but part of a vicious cycle orchestrated by the powerful sugar mafia, which has long exploited both the system and the people. What is more alarming is that despite mediaRead More
Turkish embassy marks July 15 as testament to democratic resolve
ISLAMABAD, JUL 15 (DNA): Ambassador of Turkiye to Pakistan, Dr. Irfan Neziroglu on Tuesday said the Turkish nation’s unwavering resistance to the failed coup attempt of July 15, 2016, continues to stand as a beacon of democratic strength and unity. Addressing a solemn ceremony held here to mark Turkiye’s Democracy and National Unity Day, the ambassador said, “July 15 was a night that began in darkness but ended in the dawn of unity, resistance, and the unshakable resolve of the Turkish people. Citizens of all backgrounds – men, women, theRead More