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FinMin Aurangzeb vows to strengthen key drivers of sovereign ratings

The Finance Minister and the World Bank delegation reviewe implementation of the National Tariff Policy and ongoing analytical support for tariff reforms, including work relating to the automotive sector and future tariff reforms

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Oil jumps more than 2pc after US attack on Iran's Larak Island

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PM Shehbaz calls for deeper economic, agricultural ties with Saudi Arabia

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Bitcoin rises above $80,000 as soft dollar, debasement fears boost momentum

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Moody's upgrades Pakistan's rating to B3 from Caa1

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Pakistan records big jump in gold prices

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Oil rises as doubts over US-Iran deal heighten supply concerns

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Ousted Syrian president Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia

The ruling against Assad, who fled with his family to Moscow as rebels closed in on Damascus in December 2024, is the first under the transitional authorities who this year began trying figures from the former government, both in person and in absentia

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Gold prices continue to surge in Pakistan

Per tola price reaches Rs454,336 after a gain of Rs5,100

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China announces 'countermeasures' after US trade sanctions

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SMEDA joins hands with PAAPAM for Pakistan Auto Show 2026

The auto show is scheduled to be held from September 18 to 20, 2026 at the Expo Centre, Lahore

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Gold prices surge in Pakistan, global markets

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SBP keeps policy rate unchanged at 11.5pc

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‘Expo Faisalabad 2026’ a springboard for MSMEs: SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan

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PSDF engages overseas employment promoters to expand overseas jobs under CM's Parwaaz Card Scheme

The initiative aims to enhance collaboration with licensed OEPs to facilitate safe, legal and dignified overseas employment for Punjab's skilled workforce while strengthening coordination among all stakeholders involved in the programme