ISLAMABAD, July 4 ,2026: Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said Pakistan is accelerating port modernisation, promoting the blue economy and advancing environmental sustainability under a broad reform agenda for the maritime sector. During a meeting with Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), in …
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Cement Dispatches Rise 7.2% in FY26 as Local Demand Strengthens
KARACHI, July 4,2026: Pakistan’s cement industry recorded 7.21 percent growth in total dispatches during FY2025-26, driven by strong domestic demand despite a slight decline in exports, according to data released by the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA). Total cement dispatches rose to 50.515 million tonnes in FY26 from 47.116 …
Read More »Pakistan Showcases Sialkot-Made FIFA World Cup Ball During Uzbekistan-Portugal Match
ISLAMABAD/TASHKENT, July 3,2026: Pakistan showcased its world-renowned football manufacturing industry during the live screening of the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Uzbekistan and Portugal in Tashkent, highlighting the country’s export potential before thousands of football fans. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan praised Pakistan’s Trade Mission in Tashkent …
Read More »MoU Signed to Enhance Skills of Pakistani Engineers
KARACHI July 2,2026 : Grow Safe and the Pakistan Engineers Forum (PEF) have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the professional skills and technical competencies of engineers across Pakistan. Under the agreement, the two organizations will jointly design and deliver training programmes in occupational safety and health …
Read More »Pakistan OMC Sales Drop 20% in June Despite Monthly Recovery
KARACHI July 2,2026 : Pakistan’s Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) sold 1.26 million tonnes of petroleum products in June 2026, down 20% year-on-year (YoY) but up 7% month-on-month (MoM), reflecting lower fuel demand compared with last year but improved consumption after domestic fuel prices declined. The annual decline mainly resulted from …
Read More »Mobilink Bank Wins Three FinanceAsia Awards, Named Pakistan’s Best Digital Bank
ISLAMABAD July 2,2026: The awards, presented by FinanceAsia, recognize leading financial institutions across the Asia-Pacific region for excellence in innovation, performance, and market impact. Mobilink Bank earned the recognition after delivering strong financial results and expanding its digital banking services over the past year. Despite climate-related challenges and pressure on …
Read More »PIBF, ICCI Partner to Promote ‘Made in Pakistan’ Through Expo 2026
ISLAMABAD July 2,2026 : The Pak International Business Forum (PIBF) Islamabad and the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly organize and promote the 6th Mera Brand Pakistan Expo Islamabad 2026, scheduled for November 20-22 at Tulip Marquee, Islamabad. The agreement …
Read More »Visa Launches Cyber Threat Intelligence Platform to Help Banks Prevent Fraud
KARACHI July 2,2026 : Visa has launched the Visa Threat Intelligence Platform (VTIP), a new cybersecurity solution that helps financial institutions detect cyber threats early and prevent fraud before financial losses occur. The platform uses the same cybersecurity capabilities Visa employs to protect its global payments network. It combines cyber …
Read More »InfraZamin, PIDG Rally Global Investors for Pakistan’s Sustainable Development at London Climate Week
KARACHI July 2,2026 :The roundtable, titled “Investing in Pakistan’s Sustainable Transformation,” took place at PIDG headquarters in London. It focused on expanding private investment, developing bankable projects, and strengthening collaboration between the public and private sectors. The event featured senior leaders, including British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott, Pakistan …
Read More »TDAP to Lead Pakistan’s Participation at Ambiente Frankfurt 2027
KARACHI July 2,2026: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) will lead Pakistan’s participation at Ambiente Frankfurt 2027, the world’s largest international trade fair for consumer goods, scheduled to take place from January 29 to February 2, 2027, at Messe Frankfurt, Germany. The exhibition attracts thousands of global buyers and …
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