Pakistan is poised to announce a significant reduction in petroleum prices for the first fortnight of June 2023. This anticipated decline is in response to the imminent arrival of Russian oil, which holds the promise of substantial cost savings compared to prevailing international market prices.
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Pakistan set to unveil new petroleum prices on May 31, 2023
Pakistan is set to make a significant announcement regarding new petroleum prices on May 31, 2023. These prices will be applicable for the first half of June 2023. The decision to unveil the prices comes in light of the imminent arrival of Russian oil, which holds the promise of offering substantial cost savings compared to the prices prevailing in the international market. Industry experts are eagerly anticipating a noteworthy reduction in petroleum prices during the initial fortnight of June 2023.
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Stakeholders unite at ICPD workshop to address Sindh’s population challenges
KARACHI: The Consultative Workshop on Voluntary National Survey and International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) was held on Thursday where key stakeholders from various sectors convened to assess the progress made in implementing the ICPD Programme of Action at the provincial level.
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Updated Petroleum Prices in Pakistan on May 25, 2023
Pakistan has announced the latest petroleum prices effective from May 25, 2023, providing temporary relief to the public struggling with escalating fuel costs. These prices will remain in effect until the end of the current month, following a government announcement made on May 15, 2023.
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Russian oil to reach Pakistan through Oman Port: Minister
In the coming days, the first shipment of Russian oil will reach Pakistan through small boats, with 100,000 tons of crude oil set to anchor at Oman Port by the end of the month, according to a Pakistani minister.
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PM Shehbaz directs authorities to focus on relief measures in budget
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed his economic team to focus on relief measures and economic stability in the upcoming budget 2023-2024.
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Citizens Health Initiative highlights threat of illegal cigarette sales, calls for action
Karachi, May 23, 2023 – Citizens Health Initiative (CHI), a public health organization, has responded to the misleading campaign by anti-tobacco organizations that undermines the volume and impact of illicit cigarettes.
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Pakistan’s wheat imports surge by 32% amid Russia-Ukraine War
Pakistan has experienced a significant surge in wheat imports, totaling $1.05 billion during the period from July to April in the fiscal year 2022-2023.
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Today petroleum prices in Pakistan as of May 22, 2023
Today’s petroleum prices in Pakistan as of May 22, 2023, will provide temporary relief to the general public grappling with increasing fuel costs.
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Experts advocate for higher duties, taxes on cigarettes for healthy Pakistan
In a bid to ensure a healthier Pakistan, health experts are calling on the government to impose increased duties and taxes on cigarettes.
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