Islamabad, January 18, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at Gul Plaza in Karachi, which resulted in the loss of precious human lives. He said the government stands in solidarity with the families of the deceased during this difficult time.
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PM Shehbaz forms committee to review new currency note designs
Islamabad – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday announced the formation of a committee to review and deliberate on new designs for Pakistan’s currency notes. The decision was made during a federal cabinet meeting at the Prime Minister’s House, which focused on key policy matters, including currency modernization, a news release from the Prime Minister’s Office stated.
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PM Shehbaz applauds Ericsson’s key role in Pakistan’s telecom growth
Islamabad, January 13, 2026 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday lauded Ericsson for its long-standing contribution to the growth and modernization of Pakistan’s telecommunications sector, during a meeting with a high-level delegation of the global telecom company at the Prime Minister’s House.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif Directs Transparent Ramazan Relief Package 2026
Islamabad, January 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday announced the federal government’s plan to implement a transparent and efficient Ramazan relief package 2026, aimed at providing subsidized essential food items to underprivileged families. The initiative replaces decades-old systems plagued by financial irregularities and mismanagement in utility stores.
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PM Shehbaz Approves National Framework to Reform Pakistan’s Gemstone Sector
Islamabad, January 9, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday granted in-principle approval to the National Policy Framework aimed at reforming Pakistan’s gemstone sector, aligning it with international standards, and creating an investor-friendly environment for both local and foreign stakeholders.
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PM Shehbaz orders strategy to boost rice exports and cut trade deficit
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday emphasized the need to significantly increase rice exports and directed relevant authorities to prepare a comprehensive export strategy in close coordination with the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP).
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PM Shehbaz directs SBP to simplify credit for SMEs, farmers, startups
Islamabad, January 7, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday instructed the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and commercial banks to simplify and expand credit mechanisms for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), new businesses, and small farmers. The prime minister emphasized that improving access to finance is a top government priority to boost economic growth and financial inclusion.
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PM Shehbaz orders five-year strategy to boost Pakistan’s agricultural exports
Islamabad, January 6, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed the formulation of a comprehensive five-year strategy to enhance Pakistan’s agricultural exports. The announcement came during a high-level meeting with a Working Group of private sector experts tasked with aligning the country’s agriculture sector with international standards.
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PM Shehbaz directs easy loan access for SMEs to boost economy
Karachi, January 5, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday ordered relevant authorities to ensure easier access to loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), aiming to strengthen the backbone of Pakistan’s economy and boost national exports.
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PM Shehbaz orders key measures to cut foreign exchange outflow on petroleum imports
Islamabad, January 1, 2026 — Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday issued important directives aimed at saving foreign exchange spent on petroleum imports, stressing the need to accelerate domestic oil and gas exploration and modernize the energy supply chain.
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