Author: Bisma

Islamabad:Lawmakers were informed on Tuesday that Pakistan has seen fresh investment inflows running into billions of dollars, with government officials attributing the development to policy coordination carried out through the Special Investment Facilitation Council. The matter was raised during the National Assembly’s question hour when Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Tariq Fazal Chaudhary responded to queries related to investment and economic planning. He said the investment had entered the country in different sectors and followed steps taken to simplify procedures for investors. According to Chaudhary, the SIFC was created to address delays and coordination gaps that had long affected investment-related decisions.…

DAVOS, Switzerland — Pakistan and Thailand met briefly on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum to talk about trade, investment, and agriculture. The session brought together Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar and Thailand’s Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow. No deals were signed. It focused on ideas, small projects, and figuring out practical ways to support Agricultureand businesses. Building Momentum for Future Collaboration This year marks seventy-five years of formal diplomatic relations between the Pakistan and Thailand. Over time, the two countries have exchanged cultural delegations, signed trade agreements, and worked on tourism initiatives. Officials stated there is room…

For Pakistan, climate change is no longer something that sits in reports or projections for the future. Instead, it is already affecting economic growth, shaping government priorities, and putting pressure on limited public resources, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said during discussions this week. Debt, Exports, and Long-Term Economic Stability Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Aurangzeb stated that the country is facing climate-related shocks with increasing frequenccy. Recovery is becoming more difficult with each passing episode, although for Pakistan these extreme weather events are not new, but their growing intensity and impact has adverse impact on the…

President Asif Ali Zardari met Major General (Retired) Khurram Sarfraz Khan in Islamabad on Tuesday. Khan is Pakistan’s ambassador-designate to Jordan. Officials said the meeting focused mainly on relations with Jordan and the regional situation. The President said Pakistan’s ties with Jordan go back a long way and have stayed steady over the years. He talked about shared history and cultural links and said these matter when things in the region remain uncertain. He also appreciated Jordan’s support for Pakistan’s efforts related to peace and stability. Palestine was also discussed during the meeting. Mr. Zardari repeated Pakistan’s position in support…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took part in signing the Gaza Board of Peace charter on Thursday in Davos, Switzerland. The ceremony was held on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. The U.S. President Donald Trump launched the initiative of the signing. Seventeen countries signed the charter, which included Bahrain, Morocco, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Paraguay, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia. Officials said the Board is intended to support efforts to resolve global conflicts. Pakistan’s delegation included senior political and military officials. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir also…

Pakistan’s government on Monday defended its decision to join an international Board of Peace linked to efforts to ease the fighting in Gaza, but the issue surfaced during a session that was largely focused on domestic legislation before Parliament adjourned a joint sitting. Ahsan Iqbal Says Pakistan’s Palestine Policy Remains Unchanged The questions raised by opposition leaders on the floor were addressed by Ahsan Iqbal, the Planning and Development Minister for Pakistan. He explained the decision was not a shift in policy rather a diplomatic step, and told lawmakers that Pakistan remained aligned with countries calling for an end to…

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia met at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The  Finance and Revenue Minister of Pakistan, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih. The discussion took place on the sidelines of the forum, where both sides are taking part in several economic discussions. The discussion between the two countries focused on projects already under way. Some are in implementation while others are still in planning. They looked at what has moved forward and what needs more attention. No new agreements were announced as a result of the discussion. Coordination and Next Steps Discussed The…

Pakistan and Egypt sat down in Davos on Thursday to talk about ways to strengthen their economic ties. Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with his Egyptian counterpart, Ahmed Kouchouk, for a discussion officials referred to as constructive. Aurangzeb told Kouchouk about Pakistan’s work with international financial institutions. He mentioned that the economic indicators are improving and also described the steps our government is taking to make revenue collection and governance more efficient. He stated some reforms are using technology to speed up processes and improve oversight. Kouchouk said he welcomed Pakistan’s efforts, especially in taxation, and voiced confidence in…

Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team will open its ICC Under-19 World Cup campaign on January 16, meeting England at the Takashinga Sports Club in Harare, the Pakistan Cricket Board said. Tournament Details and Group Stage The tournament, which runs from January 15 to February 6, is being held in Zimbabwe and Namibia and features 16 teams. Pakistan have been placed in a group that also includes Scotland and host nation Zimbabwe, with all three of their group matches scheduled to be played in Harare. After facing England, Pakistan will play Scotland on January 19 and Zimbabwe on January 22. Teams advancing…

ISLAMABAD, Jan 10, 2026 — Jazz on Friday announced JazzWorld as its new corporate group identity, bringing its telecom, digital, financial, and platform businesses under one umbrella, the company said. The company said the new identity reflects its shift into a multi-business organisation, spanning connectivity, digital services, financial services, lifestyle, health, data centres, artificial intelligence, and platform businesses. Jazz will continue to operate as a telecom operator under its existing legal and regulatory framework, while JazzWorld will define how the group’s businesses are aligned. JazzWorld brings together platforms operating in fintech, banking, entertainment, youth engagement, cloud services, software development, healthtech,…