Sunday, August 24th, 2025
APBF hails Business Facilitation Centre, urges reforms with private sector input
Maaz says ‘One-Stop’ business hub a breakthrough but needs effective execution KARACHI, AUG 24 /DNA/ – The All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) has welcomed the government’s launch of the country’s first-ever Business Facilitation Centre (BFC), describing it as a positive step towards reducing bureaucratic hurdles and restoring investor confidence. At the same time, the Forum urged policymakers to go beyond symbolic measures and work in continuous consultation with the business community to ensure lasting improvements in the investment climate. APBF President Syed Maaz Mahmood, in a statement, said that theRead More
Pakistan, Bangladesh form joint working group in diplomatic breakthrough
Pakistan and Bangladesh have achieved a major breakthrough in bilateral relations with the establishment of a joint working group to promote trade and economic cooperation. High-level talks between the two sides are underway in Dhaka, where multiple agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) have been signed. The Pakistani delegation is being led by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, while the Bangladeshi side is headed by Adviser on Foreign Affairs Touhid Hussain. Senior officials from both countries are also participating. The discussions cover a wide range of issues, including bilateral ties,Read More
Indonesian child’s viral fame draws tourists to boat race
PEKANBARU, INDONESIA, AUG 24 (AFP/APP): Armed with colourful oars, rowers pack into long boats in western Indonesia, paddling furiously in front of race crowds swelled by the viral success of a young boy famous for his dancing at the front of the traditional vessels. The annual Pacu Jalur race on Sumatra island culminates on Sunday, with officials estimating as many as 100,000 more spectators this year because of 11-year-old Rayyan Arkan Dikha’s dance moves on the fast-moving boats. “I came to watch Pacu Jalur because I wanted to film andRead More