Islamabad, November 21, 2025 – Pakistan has formally closed all border crossings with Afghanistan and halted bilateral trade after what it describes as the Afghan regime’s continued support for the Fitna al-Khawarij, Fitna al-Hindustan and their linked militant networks, Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said on Friday.
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PM Shehbaz urges formulation of unified industrial policy for Pakistan
Islamabad, November 21, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday instructed relevant ministries and departments to fast-track the development of a unified industrial policy, integrating private-sector proposals to strengthen Pakistan’s economic growth.
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PM Shehbaz orders fast-track, transparent privatization of PIA
Islamabad, November 20, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has instructed officials to expedite all stages of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) privatization process, ensuring full transparency and a clear roadmap to boost the national carrier’s operational performance.
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ADB approves $330 million to strengthen Pakistan’s power transmission network
Islamabad, November 20, 2025 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $330 million in financing to support Pakistan’s Second Power Transmission Strengthening Project, a key government initiative aimed at expanding the national transmission system and facilitating the flow of low-cost renewable and hydropower to major demand centers.
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IMF highlights ad hoc tax policy changes and governance weaknesses in Pakistan
Islamabad, November 20, 2025 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns over Pakistan’s fiscal and governance framework in its Technical Assistance Report, November 2025, noting that tax policy changes are frequently implemented in an ad hoc manner without prior notice.
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PM Shehbaz approves comprehensive monsoon plan to prevent flood losses
Islamabad, November 19, 2025: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday approved a robust and comprehensive plan to prepare Pakistan for next year’s monsoon season, emphasizing early action to prevent loss of life, property, and economic setbacks.
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Pakistan’s IT exports skyrocket to record $386M in October 2025
KARACHI, November 18, 2025 – Pakistan’s information technology (IT) exports soared to an all-time high of $386 million in October 2025, marking a 17% year-on-year (YoY) and 5% month-on-month (MoM) increase, according to official data released on Monday.
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Pakistan mandates 100% X-ray scanning for all Afghan transit trade cargo (ATT)
Islamabad, November 17, 2025 – In a significant move to enhance supply chain security and mitigate elevated security risks, Pakistan has mandated 100% Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) scanning for all consignments under the Afghan Transit Trade (ATT) regime.
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Pakistan targets 100 Mbps internet speed by 2030: minister outlines digital vision
Islamabad, November 17, 2025 – Pakistan has set ambitious digital goals for 2030, with a major focus on boosting connectivity and positioning the country as a regional technology leader. Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, announced on Monday that the nation is working towards a 100 Mbps baseline internet speed threshold.
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Pakistan’s FDI falls 26% in first four months of FY26
Karachi, November 17, 2025 – Pakistan has recorded a significant 26% decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first four months of fiscal year 2025-26, according to fresh data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Monday.
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