Islamabad, December 2, 2025 – Pakistan’s trade deficit surged by 37% during the first five months of the fiscal year 2025-26 (July–November) amid a decline in exports and a sharp rise in imports.
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Pakistan reduces petrol and diesel prices for first half of December 2025
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – The federal government has announced a reduction in petrol and diesel prices for the first fortnight of December 2025, offering relief to consumers amid fluctuating global oil trends. The revised prices, notified by the Ministry of Energy (Petroleum Division), will take effect from December 1, 2025.
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Pakistan prioritizing new economy and reforms for sustainable growth: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the government is placing strong emphasis on developing the new economy, alongside advancing key structural and institutional reforms, to ensure long-term and sustainable economic growth in Pakistan.
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Pakistan and Australia discuss cricket tour and illegal immigration cooperation
Islamabad, November 28, 2025 – Pakistan and Australia held high-level discussions on Friday focusing on curbing illegal immigration and the upcoming visit of the Australian cricket team to Pakistan.
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Pakistan and Bahrain emphasize strengthening economic cooperation
Manama, November 26, 2025 – Pakistan and Bahrain have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral economic and strategic cooperation. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a high-level meeting with Bahrain’s Crown Prince, Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, at the Al-Qudaibiya Palace, emphasizing stronger trade, investment, and people-to-people ties.
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia strengthen sports ties with focus on cricket
Islamabad, November 26, 2025 – Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are set to enhance sports cooperation, particularly in cricket, as a means to promote friendship and regional harmony.
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Pakistan consumes up to 90 tons of gold annually, CCP report reveals
Islamabad, November 26, 2025 – Pakistan’s annual gold consumption ranges between 60 and 90 tons, according to the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP), highlighting a significant demand driven largely by cultural practices.
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Barrick confirms commitment to $7B Reko Diq copper mine in Pakistan
Barrick Mining Corp has reaffirmed its commitment to the Reko Diq copper and gold project in Balochistan, Pakistan, amid reports of a potential corporate withdrawal or asset sale. The $7 billion project, held in equal partnership with Pakistani authorities, is one of the world’s largest undeveloped copper deposits and is expected to begin production by the end of 2028.
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Bangladesh to launch direct flights to Pakistan next month, says envoy
Lahore, November 25, 2025 – Bangladesh is set to start direct flights to Pakistan next month, marking a major step in strengthening connectivity and trade between the two countries. High Commissioner of Bangladesh Iqbal Hussain Khan announced that Mahan Air is likely to operate three weekly flights between Karachi and Dhaka, enhancing both business and tourism ties.
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Pakistan engages India on Basmati Rice GI tagging dispute
Islamabad, November 25, 2025 – Pakistan has initiated consultations with India and other opposing parties to resolve the ongoing Geographical Indication (GI) tagging dispute over Basmati rice, according to official documents released by the Ministry of Commerce on Tuesday.
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