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Pakistan, Sri Lanka Strengthen Sports Ties for Enhanced Cooperation

June 16, 2023June 16, 2023Patrick Sunny

Pakistan and Sri Lanka have agreed to reinforce their partnership. The two nations have decided to implement existing memorandums of understanding (MoUs), sign new MoUs, and explore additional avenues of collaboration.

SDGs Goodwill Ambassador Haris Rauf Welcomed in Pakistan’s Parliament

June 15, 2023June 15, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Zahid Akram Durrani, and Convener of the SDGs Parliamentary Task Force, Romina Khursheed Alam, warmly welcomed the renowned cricketer, Haris Rauf, as the SDGs goodwill ambassador in Parliament House, Islamabad today.

Pakistan Commits to Transforming Food Systems for Improved Nutrition and Sustainability

June 14, 2023June 14, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, June 14, 2023: The Government of Pakistan has demonstrated its commitment to enhancing access to nutritious food and aligning with global targets set for 2030 by convening a national consultation on the “Pakistan National Food System Transformation Pathway.”

First Russian Crude Oil Carrier Ship Arrives at Port of Karachi

June 11, 2023June 11, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

The port of Karachi on Sunday welcomed its first-ever Russian crude oil carrier ship. The arrival of this vessel marks a significant milestone in the relationship between Pakistan and the Russian Federation.

Pakistan Basketball Team Set for Five-Nation Championship in Maldives

June 11, 2023June 11, 2023Patrick Sunny

Pakistan’s national basketball team has been officially announced to participate in the upcoming Five-Nation International Basketball Championship. The championship is scheduled to take place in the Maldives from June 15, 2023, to June 22, 2023.

Pakistan Implements 10% Withholding Tax on Foreign Payments via Cards

June 9, 2023June 9, 2023Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Islamabad, June 9, 2023: Pakistan has introduced a withholding tax of up to 10 percent on individuals making foreign payments through debit and credit cards. Finance Minister Ishaq Dar announced the increase in tax rates during the presentation of the budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 on Friday.

Pakistan Unveils Rs14.46 Trillion Budget for FY 2023-24, Focusing on Relief and Growth

June 9, 2023June 9, 2023Faisal Shahnawaz

Islamabad, June 9, 2023 – Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Ishaq Dar, presented the highly anticipated Federal Budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 in the National Assembly on Friday. The budget, with a total outlay of Rs14.46 trillion, aims to provide relief to the nation while setting a realistic target of 3.5% real GDP […]