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Pakistan and Türkiye Hold High-Level Consultations on Power Sector Privatisation and Reforms in Istanbul

Pakistan and Türkiye Hold High-Level Consultations on Power Sector Privatisation and Reforms in Istanbul

Islamabad, June 25, 2026 : Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatisation, Muhammad Ali along with Federal Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari led a high level consultative meeting with Turkish authorities in Istanbul at the invitation of Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Mr. Alparslan Bayraktar. …

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FPCCI Research Highlights Tourism Potential, Calls for Urgent Reforms

FPCCI Research Highlights Tourism Potential, Calls for Urgent Reforms

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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National GBV Conference Calls for Stronger Survivor Support and Institutional Reforms

National GBV Conference Calls for Stronger Survivor Support and Institutional Reforms

ISLAMABAD, June 24, 2026: Pakistan’s first national conference on gender-based violence (GBV) case management, titled “Connected for Care,” concluded in Islamabad with a strong call for institutional reforms, mentorship systems, and sustainable survivor-centered support mechanisms. The Ministry of Human Rights organized the two-day conference with technical support from the Strengthening …

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K-Electric Announces Loadshedding Exemptions for Ashura and Extends Bill Payment Deadline

K-Electric Announces Loadshedding Exemptions for Ashura and Extends Bill Payment Deadline

KARACHI, June 23, 2026: K-Electric (KE) adjusts its operations to support citizens during Ashura. It exempts select areas from loadshedding to ensure smooth religious observance and public convenience. Across Karachi, KE identifies 371 feeders as high priority. These areas host processions, majalis, and other gatherings. Moreover, 244 medium- and high-loss …

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BankIslami Partners with Resecurity to Boost Cybersecurity and Customer Protection

BankIslami Partners with Resecurity to Boost Cybersecurity and Customer Protection

KARACHI, June 23, 2026: BankIslami, one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing Islamic banks, signed a strategic partnership with US-based cybersecurity firm Resecurity. The bank took this step to strengthen its digital security and ensure a safer, Shariah-compliant banking experience. Moreover, Resecurity will provide Digital Risk Monitoring (DRM) and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) …

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