Karachi – Khurram Ijaz, General Secretary of the Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI), has voiced strong concern over the surge in foreign profit repatriation at a time when Pakistan is experiencing a steep and worrying decline in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
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FPCCI warns of export crisis over new cargo charges
Islamabad, March 19, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) has strongly criticized the unilateral imposition of additional charges on export cargo by ground handling agencies (GHAs), warning of serious consequences for Pakistan’s export sector.
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Global tensions hit Pakistan trade: FPCCI warns of major losses
Karachi, March 16, 2026 – The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has warned that escalating war risk in the Middle East and skyrocketing freight charges are jeopardizing Pakistan’s trade and industrial sectors.
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Pakistan’s rice exports slump 40% in 8MFY26 — Iran conflict may deepen losses
Islamabad, March 15, 2026 – Pakistan’s rice exports have suffered a sharp 40% decline during the first eight months (July–February) of fiscal year 2025-26, compared to the same period last year, raising concerns of further contraction amid the ongoing Iran war.
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LCCI urges immediate abolition of export cargo charges imposed by Gerry’s Dnata
Lahore – The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has strongly opposed the imposition of a new export cargo charge by Gerry’s Dnata, calling for its immediate and permanent withdrawal due to its potential negative impact on Pakistan’s export sector.
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PCDMA warns fuel price hike threatens Pakistan’s economy
Karachi, March 14, 2026 – The Pakistan Chemicals & Dyes Merchants Association (PCDMA) has raised alarm over the recent Rs55 per litre increase in petroleum prices, warning that it is severely impacting businesses and slowing commercial activity across Pakistan.
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Pakistan’s textile exports plunge nearly 25% in February 2026
Karachi, March 13, 2026 – Pakistan’s textile exports experienced a sharp decline of nearly 25% Month on Month (MoM) in February 2026, according to the latest data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
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FPCCI urges immediate cut in petroleum prices after arrival of oil vessels
The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) has called on the government to immediately reduce petroleum prices following the arrival of oil vessels in Pakistan, highlighting the move as essential for boosting the national economy.
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Lotte Chemical aims big: Plans to acquire majority stake in EPCL
Karachi, March 10, 2026 – Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited has announced its intention to acquire a 56.19% controlling stake in Engro Polymer and Chemicals Limited (EPCL), signaling a major development in Pakistan’s chemical and polyester industry.
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Khurram Ijaz disappointed over unchanged policy rate, calls for relief to industry
Karachi, March 9, 2026: Khurram Ijaz, General Secretary of Businessmen Panel Progressive (BMPP) and former Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has expressed disappointment over the decision of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to keep the policy rate unchanged at 10.50%, warning that the move could further strain industrial activity and exports.
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