Islamabad, December 23, 2025 – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved key recommendations for the upcoming spectrum auction, a move described by Finance and Revenue Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb as a significant step toward advancing digital and financial inclusion in Pakistan.
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Pakistan gold prices hit new all-time high, near Rs471,000 per tola
Karachi, December 23, 2025 – Gold prices in Pakistan surged to a new all-time high on Tuesday, closing near Rs471,000 per tola, driven by a sharp rally in the international bullion markets and strong investor demand for safe-haven assets.
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Pakistan mandates PSQCA-approved pre-shipment inspection for imports
Karachi, December 23, 2025 — The Government of Pakistan has made it mandatory that only pre-shipment inspections (PSI) approved by the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) will be recognized for imported goods.
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Pakistan gold and silver prices hit record high on international surge
Karachi, December 22, 2025 – Gold and silver prices in Pakistan soared to unprecedented levels on Monday, following rising trends in international bullion markets.
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Saudi Arabia Awards King Abdulaziz Medal to COAS Field Marshal Munir
Rawalpindi, December 22, 2025 – Saudi Arabia has conferred the Kingdom’s highest national honor, the King Abdulaziz Medal Excellent Class, upon Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir in recognition of his central role in advancing defence cooperation, strategic coordination, and institutional linkages between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
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FBR sees 92% growth in tax collection from car manufacturing in November 2025
Karachi, December 22, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has recorded a significant 92 percent increase in tax collection from new car manufacturing in Pakistan during November 2025, compared to the same month last year, reflecting a strong recovery in the auto sector.
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Pakistan installs advanced scanners at China and Iran borders to boost trade
Islamabad, December 21, 2025 — Pakistan has deployed state-of-the-art scanner systems at its borders with China and Iran, marking a significant step towards streamlining cross-border trade and improving security measures. The new scanning technology is designed to accelerate the inspection and clearance of trade goods, making the process faster, safer, and more efficient for exporters and importers.
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FBR reports 30% drop in Karachi electricity tax collection during 5MFY26
Islamabad, December 20, 2025 – The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has reported a significant 30% decline in tax collection from electricity consumption in Karachi during the first five months (July–November) of the fiscal year 2025-26.
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PM Shehbaz rolls out new directives to accelerate export growth
Islamabad, December 20, 2025 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday underscored that sustained growth in exports is critical for Pakistan’s economic development and long-term macroeconomic stability.
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World Bank approves $700 million for Pakistan PRID-MPA initiative
Islamabad, December 20, 2025 – The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved $700 million in financing for Pakistan’s Public Resources for Inclusive Development – Multiphase Programmatic Approach (PRID-MPA), a multi-year initiative aimed at strengthening macroeconomic stability and improving public service delivery.
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