DAVOS, January 21, 2026 — Pakistan’s economy is showing clear signs of improvement, with key economic indicators strengthening and growth momentum building, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Wednesday at the Pakistan Pavilion during the 56th Annual Meetings of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
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OGDCL announces major oil and gas discovery in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Karachi, January 20, 2026 – Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) has confirmed a significant oil and gas discovery in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, marking a major boost to the country’s indigenous energy resources.
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia finance ministers discuss deepening economic partnership at Davos
Islamabad, January 19, 2026 – Pakistan’s Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, held a high-level meeting with Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan on Monday on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, focusing on strengthening bilateral economic cooperation.
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Pakistan launches digital petrol pump system to curb fuel smuggling
Islamabad, January 19, 2026 – The Government of Pakistan has launched a nationwide campaign to digitalize petrol pumps and the petroleum supply chain as part of its comprehensive reform agenda. The initiative aims to prevent fuel smuggling, eliminate illegal sales, and protect the interests of authorized dealers, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Petroleum.
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US Embassy Islamabad explains pause on immigrant visa processing from Pakistan
Islamabad — The US Embassy in Islamabad clarified on Friday that the Trump administration’s pause on processing immigrant visas will continue until authorities ensure that all new immigrants are thoroughly vetted for eligibility.
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Pakistan bans vehicle imports under personal baggage in major reforms
Islamabad, January 17, 2026 — Pakistan has officially prohibited the import of vehicles under the personal baggage scheme and introduced major reforms through an amendment to the Import Policy Order, 2022.
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US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Pakistan
Washington, January 15, 2026 – The Trump administration has announced a suspension of all immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Pakistan, effective January 21, according to reports citing a State Department memo. The pause affects visas for employment or family reunification, while non-immigrant visas, such as tourist and student visas, remain unaffected.
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PM Shehbaz forms committee to review new currency note designs
Islamabad – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday announced the formation of a committee to review and deliberate on new designs for Pakistan’s currency notes. The decision was made during a federal cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister’s House, which focused on key policy matters, including currency modernization, a news release from the Prime Minister’s Office stated.
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PM Shehbaz applauds Ericsson’s key role in Pakistan’s telecom growth
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday lauded Ericsson for its long-standing contribution to the growth and modernization of Pakistan’s telecommunications sector, during a meeting with a high-level delegation of the global telecom company at the Prime Minister’s House.
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Pakistan Customs thwarts major arms smuggling bid at Torkham, seizes 21,000+ rounds
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – Pakistan Customs officials at the Torkham border crossing successfully foiled a large-scale attempt to smuggle arms and ammunition into the country, recovering more than 21,000 rounds of submachine gun and rifle cartridges along with other weapons.
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