KARACHI July 6,2026 : The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization’s Investment and Technology Promotion Office (UNIDO-ITPO) Bahrain agreed to deepen cooperation to promote SMEs, entrepreneurship, investment and skills development in Pakistan. FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh welcomed Dr. Hashim …
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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 …
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Karachi, June 24, 2026: The Policy Advisory Board of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (PAB-FPCCI) has unveiled a comprehensive study titled “Mapping Pakistan’s Tourism Potential: A Comprehensive Export Analysis,” highlighting tourism’s growing contribution to exports and economic growth while urging major structural reforms. The report estimates …
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ISLAMABAD, June 23, 2026: The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) approved the acquisition of BASF Pakistan (Private) Limited by UAE-based Kemyion Chemical Solutions Trading FZCO. It cleared the deal after completing a Phase-I review under the Competition Act, 2010. Kemyion submitted the pre-merger application under Section 11 of the Act. …
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ISLAMABAD, June 23: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) approved the Initial Public Offering (IPO) of LSE SPAC-II. This becomes the second Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) set for listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX). Moreover, it marks the 14th IPO approval in FY 2025–26, reflecting stronger …
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KARACHI:June 17,2026:SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu has outlined a digital-first vision for Pakistan’s capital markets, aimed at making investing accessible, affordable, and secure for every Pakistani through fintech and innovation. During his visit to the Central Depository Company (CDC), Dr. Sidhu emphasized the role of technology in simplifying investor …
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KARACHI, June 13, 2026: President of the United Business Group (UBG) and former FPCCI President Zubair Tufail has welcomed the Federal Budget 2026-27, saying it supports economic stability. However, he urged the government to introduce stronger measures to boost exports, resolve the energy crisis, and promote industrial growth. According to …
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KARACHI June 12 ,2026: The SITE Association of Industry (SAI) has expressed mixed views on the Federal Budget 2026-27. While it welcomed some measures, it said the budget falls well short of addressing the urgent needs of Pakistan’s manufacturing sector. SAI President Abdul Rehman Fudda said the government showed positive …
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KARACHI, June 11, 2026: Pakistan’s automobile industry recorded mixed performance in May 2026, as car sales increased on an annual basis but declined compared to the previous month. According to data released by the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA), car sales reached 17,660 units in May 2026. This reflects a …
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LAHORE, May 12, 2026: Experts at a Gender & Economy Conference cautioned that emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), could either create major economic opportunities for women or widen existing social and economic inequalities, depending on access to education, digital literacy, and technological skills. The discussion took place during a …
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