Islamabad, December 26, 2025 — The government of Pakistan has introduced stricter conditions for cotton exports by making it mandatory for exporters to place a security deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The move aims to strengthen contract compliance and ensure timely shipment of cotton exports.
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Pakistan, ADB sign $730 million agreements for power infrastructure and SOE reforms
Islamabad, December 25, 2025 — Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday signed financing agreements worth USD 730 million to support two landmark initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s power infrastructure and accelerating reforms in state-owned enterprises (SOEs).
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PM Shehbaz extends heartfelt Christmas greetings to Christian community
Islamabad, December 25, 2025 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday extended warm and heartfelt greetings to the Christian community in Pakistan and across the world on the joyous occasion of Christmas.
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PIA privatization completed as government sells 75% stake
Islamabad, December 23, 2025 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday congratulated the nation on the successful and transparent bidding process for the privatization of 75% shares of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), calling it a major milestone in the government’s economic reform agenda.
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ECC approves key recommendations for upcoming spectrum auction
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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