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Connectivity as Pakistan’s new economic doctrine
T.M. Awan History offers a remarkably consistent lesson: nations prosper when they connect. From the ancient Silk Road that linked civilizations across Asia to the modern logistics corridors that power global trade, connectivity has remained one of the most reliable engines of economic growth. Infrastructure is often viewed as concrete, steel, and asphalt, but in reality it is much more than that. It is the foundation upon which trade expands, industries flourish, investment flows, and economies transform. For Pakistan, connectivity is no longer simply a development objective. It is increasinglyRead More
6 personnel martyred as terrorists attempt to capture Frontier Constabulary post
Islamabad has repeatedly urged the Taliban administration to dismantle terrorist sanctuaries on Afghan soil, particularly those linked to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Officials say those appeals have gone unheeded Bureau Report PESHAWAR: Six Frontier Constabulary (FCN) personnel were martyred and four were injured while responding to an attempt by terrorists to capture a post in Peshawar’s Hassan Khel area on Monday, sources told Dawn. The sources said that three FCN personnel were being held hostage by terrorists.Eight terrorists have also been killed in retaliatory action by FCN personnel, andRead More
Russian envoy lauds Pakistan’s balanced role on Ukraine issue
Khorev also criticized what he called the “double standards” of Western governments and international organizations, accusing them of ignoring civilian casualties in Starobilsk while swiftly condemning Russia’s retaliatory strikes By Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD, JUN 9 /DNA/ – At an extraordinary briefing held at the Russian Embassy on June 9, Ambassador A.P. Khorev strongly condemned recent attacks in Starobilsk and other regions, describing them as “terrorist acts” by the Kyiv regime. He said the tragedy in Starobilsk, where dozens of students lost their lives, had become a turning point inRead More
ICCI hosts Mauritius High Commissioner to deepen trade & investment ties
Islamabad: /DNA/ – High Commissioner of Mauritius to Pakistan, H.E. Munsoor Kurrimbaccus, paid a visit to the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) on Monday, where he held a productive and result-oriented interactive session with the Chamber leadership and members of the business community to discuss opportunities for strengthening bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation. Addressing the gathering, the High Commissioner highly appreciated the role of ICCI as the premier business representative organization of the federal capital and commended its services for the promotion of trade and industry. HeRead More
RCCI Welcomes Fixed Tax Scheme for Small Traders; Offers Support for Awareness and Implementation
RAWALPINDI, JUN 8: Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) President Usman Shaukat has welcomed the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) Fixed Tax Asaan Scheme for small traders, describing it as a positive step towards simplifying the tax system, promoting documentation of the economy, and facilitating the business community. In a statement, Usman Shaukat said that a simple, transparent, and business-friendly tax regime is essential for improving compliance and strengthening trust between taxpayers and tax authorities. He noted that the scheme has the potential to reduce procedural complexities, lower complianceRead More
D-8 Chief Urges Global Cooperation on Energy Efficiency
ISLAMABAD, JUN 8 /DNA/ – D-8 Secretary-General Calls for Enhanced Global Cooperation on Energy Efficiency and Resource Management at Zero Waste Forum 2026 H.E. Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Secretary-General of the Developing-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation (D-8), participated as a Keynote Speaker in the High-Level Ministerial Session on Energy — titled “Energy Efficiency and Resource Management for a Sustainable Future” — jointly organized by the Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and the Zero Waste Foundation. The Dialogue was chaired by H.E. Alparslan Bayraktar, Minister for Energy and Natural Resources,Read More