Monday, December 8th, 2025
RCCI expresses deep concern over FBR raids on business centres
RAWALPINDI, DEC 8 /DNA/ – The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) has expressed serious concern over recent raids conducted at business centres in the city under the pretext of under-invoicing and low tax payments. RCCI President Usman Shaukat, while strongly condemning the actions, said that such raids create an atmosphere of fear and send a negative message across the business community. “These actions amount to harassment. Instead of broadening the tax net, the FBR is targeting existing taxpayers, which is counterproductive,” he remarked. He urged the FBR andRead More
Six JF-17 Thunder Jets escort Indonesian President Prabowo into Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, DEC 8 /DNA/ – In a remarkable display of hospitality and brotherhood, a 6-ship formation of JF-17 Thunder aircraft of Pakistan Air Force provided Ceremonial Air Escort to President of the Republic of Indonesia H.E Prabowo Subianto as his aircraft entered Pakistani airspace. As a symbol of the strong ties and mutual respect between the two nations, the formation leader extended warm greetings to President Prabowo Subianto, showcasing the commitment of Pakistan Air Force to strengthen bilateral relations. The aerial escort served not only as a gesture of goodwillRead More
RCCI hosts Sudanese trade delegation
RAWALPINDI, DEC 8 /DNA/ – The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) hosted the Sudanese trade and health-sector delegation during their official visit to Pakistan. RCCI President Usman Shaukat welcomed the delegation and briefed them on the close cooperation, industrial landscape, and investment potential especially in pharmaceutical sector. Additional Secretary (Africa), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan, was also present on the occasion. The Ambassador of Sudan to Pakistan is H.E. Mr. Salih Mohamed Ahmed Mohamed Siddig also in presence The Sudanese delegation included: Discussions focused on collaboration in the health, pharmaceuticals, and medicalRead More
Global market demands ethical business practices: IOE Head
ISLAMABAD, DEC 8 /DNA/ – At the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI), Roberto Suarez Santos, Secretary General of the International Organization of Employers (IOE), delivered a powerful address as the Chief Guest at the Awareness Raising Session for Employers on Business and Human Rights Due Diligence held here on Monday. He underscored the rising global importance of Business and Human Rights, noting that in today’s era of instant information and interconnected markets, a country’s global perception is shaped not only by economic indicators but also by how responsiblyRead More
Speakers call for unified strategy to advance Kashmir issue globally
ISLAMABAD, DEC 8 /DNA/ – The geopolitical climate after the May 2025 Pakistan-India conflict has created a more conducive environment for Islamabad to advance the Kashmir cause through constructive diplomacy. In this regard, Pakistan’s enhanced regional stature and its strengthening relationship with the US should be leveraged to reinvigorate international attention toward Kashmir in line with UN resolutions. At the same time, Pakistan should exercise caution regarding India’s hegemonic ambitions and shifting strategic alignments in the region. Such diplomatic openings matter because Kashmir is not a territorial dispute; it isRead More
COAS/CDF addresses officers, honors martyrs of Marka-e-Haq
RAWALPINDI, DEC 8 /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces was presented with Tri Services Guard of Honour at the General Headquarters (GHQ) today to mark the institution of the appointment of Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF). Admiral Naveed Ashraf, NI, NI(M), Chief of the Naval Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Air Staff and senior military officers of the three services attended theRead More