Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Pakistan signs pact with affiliate of World Liberty Financial on dollar-linked stablecoin
ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SC Financial Technologies LLC, an affiliated entity of World Liberty Financial, to explore using World Liberty’s stablecoin for cross-border transactions. The Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA) said in a statement that a memorandum of understanding with SC Financial Technologies would enable “dialogue and technical understanding around emerging digital payment architectures”. The announcement of the memorandum came during a visit to Pakistan by Zach Witkoff, son of US special envoy Steve Witkoff and co-founder and chief executiveRead More
PCB announces schedule for Australia’s T20I tour of Pakistan
LAHORE, JAN 14: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday announced the schedule of Australia’s tour of Pakistan, comprising three T20 internationals (T20I) matches set to be played towards the end of this month. All three matches will be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on January 29, January 31 and February 1. Australia’s T20I squad will arrive in Lahore on January 28, the cricket board announced. The PCB said that toss for each match will take place at 5:30pm (local time), with play set to begin at 6pm.Read More
German Envoy, ICCI pledge to foster business-to-business linkages
German Ambassador, ICCI President agree to act as bridge between German investors, Pakistani enterprises ISLAMABAD, JAN 14 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Pakistan, H.E. Ina Lepel accompanied by Ms. Janine Rohwer, Counsellor Political and Economic Affairs and Climate Change visited the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and held an interactive session with the business community of Islamabad, reaffirming Germany’s strong commitment to further strengthening bilateral economic relations with Pakistan. Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Ina Lepel reiterated Germany’s readiness to enhance cooperation withRead More
Pakistan’s economic crossroads
Ansar Bhatti Pakistan’s economy is once again under the spotlight after Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb openly acknowledged that several firms have exited the country due to mounting challenges, including high taxation and soaring energy costs. His candid admission underscores the gravity of the situation, as policymakers grapple with the dual reality of losing established investors while simultaneously welcoming new entrants. Aurangzeb’s statement reflects a troubling trend: many of the companies leaving Pakistan are European firms. Their departure signals a lack of confidence in the country’s investment climate, particularly among businessesRead More
RCCI, Uzbek Deputy Minister hold talks on bilateral economic ties
RAWALPIINDI, JAN 14: /DNA/ – A meeting and interactive session was held between the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI) and Mr. Shohrukh Gulamov, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, in Islamabad aimed at strengthening bilateral economic cooperation and exploring new avenues of trade and investment. President RCCI, Mr. Usman Shaukat, along with Senior Vice President Mr. Khalid Farooq Qazi, participated in the meeting. Former RCCI President Dr. Shumail Daud was also present on the occasion. During the interaction, both sides discussed mattersRead More