Friday, March 6th, 2026
SAPM Haroon reviews Pakistan–Uzbekistan trade cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Mar 6 (DNA): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan on Friday chaired a meeting of the Pakistan–Uzbekistan Joint Working Group and reviewed progress on bilateral economic cooperation and explore new avenues for expanding trade between the two countries. The meeting marked the second session of the joint working group on trade, aimed at strengthening economic engagement and enhancing bilateral trade, said a news release. Secretary Commerce Jawad Paul, along with representatives from various ministries and the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC),Read More
Ambassador Khalil Hashmi shares insights into China’s two sessions
BEIJING, MAR 6 /DNA/ – Ambassador of Pakistan to China, Khalil Hashmi, shared his thoughts on China’s Two Sessions, the 15th Five Year Plan, and the Government Work Report which have been presented this week. He shared his views during interviews with People’s Daily, People’s Daily Haiwainet, Xinhuanet, and Guangxi TV. Responding to a question about his views on whole-process people’s democracy, Ambassador Hashmi noted that this inclusive, people-centered consultation process lay at the heart of the country’s governance system which had delivered remarkable development dividends in the shortest timeRead More
Launch of 11th Ramadan Quran memorization competition in Hodeidah
HODEIDAN, Mar 6: The Endowments Office and the Scholars Unit in Hodeidah launched the 11th edition of the “Martyr of the Quran” Ramadan competition, with the participation of 100 male and female memorizers from various districts. The competition lasts for 10 days in the category of memorizing the entire Quran. The First Deputy Governor affirmed that the competition enhances faith identity and nurtures a conscious Quranic generation, praising the Endowments’ efforts in organizing it annually. Meanwhile, the Deputy Governor for Services Affairs pointed out the importance of contemplating the QuranRead More
Quetta Expo Center set to complete by Nov 2027
ISLAMABAD, Mar 06: The work on Expo Center Quetta project is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed by November 2027. According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the project, located in the Takhtani Industrial Estate along the Eastern Bypass in Quetta, is sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce and executed by the Pakistan Expo Centre (Private) Limited. It aims to establish an international-standard facility to promote trade and economic activity in Balochistan through exhibitions, consumer fairs, and conferences. Originally approved at a cost of Rs2,500 million, the projectRead More
Naveed Baloch assumes charge as Wafaqi Mohtasib
ISLAMABAD, Mar 6: Naveed Kamran Baloch has assumed charge as the ninth regular Wafaqi Mohtasib and urged officers and staff of the institution to intensify efforts for the swift resolution of public complaints related to maladministration. Addressing officers and staff of the Wafaqi Mohtasib Secretariat for the first time after taking office, Naveed Baloch emphasized the importance of dedication and professionalism in maintaining public trust in the institution. Officials from regional offices across the country also participated in the meeting through an online link, said a press release issued onRead More
ECC Approves TSGs, Education Relief, Disaster Funding and Power Sector Reforms
ISLAMABAD, MAR 6 /DNA/ – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet met today at the Finance Division under the chairmanship of the Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb. The ECC approved a summary submitted by the Petroleum Division seeking a Technical Supplementary Grant (TSG) of Rs. 13.1 million to meet Pakistan’s annual contribution to the International Energy Forum (IEF). The Committee was informed that continued membership in the IEF remains important for Pakistan’s participation in global energy dialogue and cooperation. The ECC also approved anotherRead More