Karachi, April 17, 2020: Jazz has partnered with the Edhi Foundation for supporting food supplies to 15,000 people in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Quetta and Peshawar. This food ration distribution campaign is a part of the 1.2 billion COVID19 relief package announced earlier for emergency health services, communicative services, and food rations that vulnerable communities need…
Karachi, April 17, 2020: Market saw an unprecedented surge today that led to market halt at 10:52 PM for 60mins. A host of factors, all positive, from SBP’s surprise rate cut to deferment of G20 debt and IMF provided COVID-19 relief fund contributed to the ascend in index. The benchmark index realized an increase of…
Islamabad, April 17, 2020: In a video message released today on the U.S. Mission to Pakistan’s social media platforms, Ambassador Paul Jones discussed several new ways that the United States is partnering with Pakistan to combat coronavirus. With more than $8 million in new contributions, the United States is collaborating with the Government of Pakistan…
Islamabad, April 17, 2020: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) board has approved the disbursement of US$1.386 billion under the Rapid Financing Instrument to address the economic impact of the Covid-19 shock. The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday approved a purchase of Pakistan under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI) equivalent to…
Lahore, April 16, 2020: Facebook is working to keep Pakistanis, and everyone globally, safe and informed about the recent outbreak of coronavirus. Four areas we’re focused on: making sure everyone has accurate information, stopping misinformation and harmful content, supporting health experts and relief efforts, and supporting local governments, communities and businesses. Facebook is working with…