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IMF Managing Director Commends Pakistan's Economic Reforms
PoliticsDawn7h ago

IMF Managing Director Commends Pakistan's Economic Reforms

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva met with Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and praised the country's continued progress on economic reforms and resulting macroeconomic stability under the Fund's program.

Marriyum Aurangzeb defends Punjab CM over jet purchase
PoliticsDawn1mo ago

Marriyum Aurangzeb defends Punjab CM over jet purchase

• Accuses PTI of running vilification campaign on social and mainstream media • Political leaders ask provincial govt to come clean on ‘extravagance’ LAHORE: Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb strongly condemned PTI activists and others for running a vilification campaign against Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz over the Punjab government’s decision to acquire a luxury jet. CM Maryam has faced severe criticism from the opposition and some journalists regarding the government’s purchase of a...

Pakistan Explores Options to Repay UAE Loan
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Pakistan Explores Options to Repay UAE Loan

Pakistan's finance minister stated the country is committed to repaying a $3 billion loan from the UAE and is exploring all options to either replace the funding or manage the repayment. The government is also considering establishing a strategic fuel reserve.

Government Withdraws Fuel Subsidies, Leading to Price Hikes
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Government Withdraws Fuel Subsidies, Leading to Price Hikes

A government has announced the withdrawal of blanket fuel subsidies, causing petrol prices to rise by Rs137 to Rs458 per litre and diesel by Rs184 to Rs520. The move also includes an increase in petroleum levy on petrol and a cap on biker subsidies.

5G spectrum auction underway in Islamabad
TechnologyDawn1mo ago

5G spectrum auction underway in Islamabad

The government’s 5G spectrum auction is underway in Islamabad, as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja delivered speeches to open the event. During a background briefing held on Monday, Shaza Fatima, the Minister of IT and Telecom, stated that efforts have been made to ensure that all three stakeholders benefit from the spectrum auction. She added that mock exercises with all three participants — Jazz, Zong, and Ufone — have been completed. Telecom companie...

IMF and World Bank Hold Spring Meetings in Washington
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IMF and World Bank Hold Spring Meetings in Washington

Finance ministers and central bank governors gathered in Washington D.C. for the annual Spring Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group. Discussions focused on global economic challenges, including revised growth forecasts, geopolitical impacts, and specific country cooperation programs.

Pakistan Announces Targeted Relief Package
Businessexpress-tribune25d ago

Pakistan Announces Targeted Relief Package

Pakistan's Finance Minister Aurangzeb announced a targeted relief package for deserving segments, including the government absorbing a Rs69 billion burden on petroleum products to minimize public impact.