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Despite negotiations between Pakistan and the IMF, an agreement could not be reached.

Despite 15 days of virtual talks between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a staff-level agreement has not been reached, but the talks will continue for a few more…

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Sardar Khan Niazi

(Tamgh-i-Imtaiz) Journalist, Business Leader, Entrepreneur

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Pakistan stands at an important moment in its technological journey. The launch of the spectrum auction for Next Generation Mobile Services (NGMS), including 5G, signals a significant policy move aimed at strengthening digital connectivity and acceleratin…
Stability in Supply, Vigilance in Policy

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Strengthening preparedness before the storm

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Time for smart policy and fair competition

Time for smart policy and fair competition

Mar 07, 2026
One of the most pressing concerns raised by industry stakeholders is the growing influx of imported used footwear into the Pakistani market. According to industry estimates, nearly 30 to 40 percent of the domestic footwear market is currently supplied thr…
Hydropower and Hope

Hydropower and Hope

Mar 06, 2026
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A wake-up call for energy diversification

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Mar 05, 2026
The minister’s candid acknowledgment of the risks associated with the closure of the Strait demonstrates a welcome realism. Energy security is no longer a theoretical policy debate; it is an immediate operational priority. In a global environment where su…
Skills, Discipline and Dignity

Skills, Discipline and Dignity

Mar 04, 2026
The visa issuance ceremony in Islamabad for more than 300 graduates of the Prime Minister’s Overseas Employment Programme marks more than a routine administrative milestone. It reflects a broader national ambition: transforming Pakistan’s youth bulge into…
A track back to national integration and growth

A track back to national integration and growth

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