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Pakistan and Saudi Arabia strengthen economic ties through major corporate collaborations

Pakistan, October 11 2024: In a significant boost to Pakistan-Saudi economic relations, prominent Pakistani companies, including Citi Pharma Limited and Pakistan Cables, have entered into strategic agreements with Saudi firms. These partnerships, forged as part of the growing economic cooperation between the two nations, aim to enhance industrial capabilities and boost trade across key sectors….

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Federal minister for commerce pledges revival of Pakistan’s cotton industry in critical meeting with ginners association

ISLAMABAD, October 09 2024, In a pivotal meeting, Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, held discussions with the Pakistan Ginners Association, led by its Chairman, Dr. Jassu Mal, to address the challenges facing Pakistan’s cotton industry. Once a global leader in cotton production and exports, Pakistan now faces the harsh reality of importing raw…

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Pakistan Economy

Govt initiated MTBs buyback operation

Karachi: 30 September 2024, In an unprecedented move, the Government of Pakistan has initiated Monday a T-Bill buyback program, repurchasing PKR 351bn worth of T-bills against a target of PKR 500bn. This bold move is expected to strategically reprofile the government’s debt, transitioning towards longer maturities while lowering the burden of debt servicing costs. While…

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Pakistan Economy – Pakistan GDP grew 3.07% in 4QFY24; FY24 GDP grew by 2.52%, higher than previous estimates

Karachi: On 30 September 2024, the National Accounts Committee (NAC) released GDP estimates for 4QFY24, showing growth of 3.07% YoY, taking full-year (FY24) growth to 2.52%, higher than provisional estimates of 2.38% YoY released by the Government on May 21, 2024. In 4QFY24, agriculture grew 6.76%, industry 3.59%, and services 3.69%. Agriculture: Growth in Agriculture…

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