Nov 19

Defence Minister Opens IDEAS 2024 Expo in Karachi

The 12th edition of the International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS 2024) kicked off at the Karachi Expo Centre on Tuesday, with Federal Minister for Defence and Defence Production, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, formally inaugurating the event. The exhibition, which runs until November 22, 2024, has attracted over 350 high-level delegations from 55 countries, making it […]

by Faisal Shahnawaz

International Defense Exhibition IDEAS 2024 Begins November 19

Nov 18

Trade & Industry

International Defense Exhibition IDEAS 2024 Begins November 19

Karachi, November 18, 2024 – The 12th edition of the prestigious International Defense Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS) 2024 will open its doors on Tuesday, November 19, at the EXPO Centre in Karachi.

by Shahnawaz Akhter

Pakistan Achieves Over 14% Export Growth in First Quarter of FY25

Oct 2

Pakistan, Top stories, Trade & Industry

Pakistan Achieves Over 14% Export Growth in First Quarter of FY25

Islamabad, October 2, 2024 – Pakistan has reported an impressive 14.11% growth in exports during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25 (1QFY25), a significant indicator of the country’s economic resilience. According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), exports soared to $7.88 billion between July and September 2024, compared to […]

by Shahnawaz Akhter

Sep 22

EDF Approves Rs 20 Billion Proposals to Boost Export Growth

Islamabad, September 22, 2024 – In a significant push for Pakistan’s export sector, the Export Development Fund (EDF) has approved 20 key proposals worth Rs 8.5 billion across industries including textiles, agriculture, gems and jewelry, defense, and global branding initiatives. These initiatives aim to drive export growth and enhance Pakistan’s presence on the international stage.

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Sep 17

Pakistan’s Food Exports Surge by 42% in July – August FY25

KARACHI, September 17, 2024 – Pakistan’s food exports witnessed an extraordinary 42% growth during the first two months of fiscal year 2024-25, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). Food group exports reached a remarkable $1.01 billion from July to August 2024, compared to $711 million in the same period last […]

by Shahnawaz Akhter

Sep 3

Pakistan Reports 14% Surge in Exports During 2MFY25

Karachi, September 3, 2024 – Pakistan recorded a significant increase in its export earnings during the first two months (July–August) of the fiscal year 2024-25, showcasing a robust economic performance.

by Shahnawaz Akhter

ICMAP Highlights Adverse Budget Impact on Exports

Jul 18

Budget 2024-25, Trade & Industry

ICMAP Highlights Adverse Budget Impact on Exports

Karachi, July 18, 2024 – The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP) has identified an overall negative impact of the 2024-25 budget on the country’s exports. In its comprehensive review of the budget’s impact across various sectors, the ICMAP highlighted several key concerns that could significantly affect Pakistan’s export performance.

by Shahnawaz Akhter

Tax Changes for Exporters Threaten Forex Reserves, Warn Experts

Jun 18

Budget 2024-25, Top stories, Trade & Industry

Tax Changes for Exporters Threaten Forex Reserves, Warn Experts

Karachi, Pakistan – June 16, 2024 – Leading tax experts at KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co. have raised concerns about the impact of tax changes for exporters proposed in the Finance Bill 2024 on Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves.

by Shahnawaz Akhter

Pakistan’s IT Exports Surge 62% YoY in April 2024

May 20

IT & Telecom

Pakistan’s IT Exports Surge 62% YoY in April 2024

Pakistan’s information technology (IT) sector marked a milestone in April 2024, with exports surging 62% year-on-year (YoY) to an impressive $310 million.

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Bangladesh Export Hits $47.47 Billion in Ten Months of FY24

May 5

World

Bangladesh Export Hits $47.47 Billion in Ten Months of FY24

Dhaka, May 5, 2024 –Bangladesh has reported a growth in its export revenues, achieving a substantial $47.47 billion in the first ten months of the fiscal year 2024.

by Faisal Shahnawaz