Pakistan Launches First PKR-Denominated Green Bond to Accelerate Climate Finance

Pakistan Launches First PKR-Denominated Green Bond to Accelerate Climate Finance

Mar 22, 2025

In a groundbreaking move for Pakistan’s sustainability-focused financial sector, Parwaaz Financial Services Limited (PFSL), a subsidiary of Karandaaz Pakistan, has launched the country’s first-ever PKR-denominated Green Bond under the Parwaaz Green Action Bond initiative. The bond, which is also the first ever Green

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FBR Launches Examination Unit to Combat Corruption Among Customs Officers

FBR Launches Examination Unit to Combat Corruption Among Customs Officers

Feb 26, 2025

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has launched a Centralized Customs Examination system to combat corruption among customs appraisers and examiners. As part of this initiative, a Centralized Examination Unit (CEU) has been established in Karachi to randomly assign imported consignments for inspection.

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More than 100 Pakistani IT companies are taking part in LEAP 2025

More than 100 Pakistani IT companies are taking part in LEAP 2025

Feb 11, 2025

Pakistani IT companies are aggressively exploring new and emerging tech markets particularly the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), as more than 100 firms providing IT and IT-enabled services are participating in LEAP 2025, one of the world’s major tech trade fairs, being held

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Pakistan is Considering Reducing Taxes on Electric Vehicles to Promote Sustainable Mobility

Pakistan is Considering Reducing Taxes on Electric Vehicles to Promote Sustainable Mobility

Jan 15, 2025

The Ministry of Commerce has recommended the elimination of the 25% sales tax on EVs priced above Rs. 4 million and the removal of restrictions on EV batteries for cars, vans, and SUVs. These recommendations were discussed during a recent meeting of the

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Honri VE: Pakistan’s First Locally Assembled Hatchback EV Now Delivering Nationwide

Honri VE: Pakistan’s First Locally Assembled Hatchback EV Now Delivering Nationwide

Nov 3, 2024

Eco-Green Motors Limited (A Subsidiary of Yousuf Dewan Companies) has begun delivering Pakistan’s first locally assembled electric hatchback, the Honri Ve, nationwide. This entry-level EV, designed for the masses, now provides an affordable and eco-friendly driving solution to consumers across the country. With locally assembled

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Punjab Eyes Green Industrial Growth

Punjab Eyes Green Industrial Growth

Nov 3, 2024

Minister highlights deal with Chinese firm to manufacture solar panels Provincial Minister for Industries, Commerce, and Investment Chaudhry Shafay Hussain has said that Punjab’s focus is on alternative energy and industrial growth on Friday. “An agreement with a Chinese group has been finalised

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Apple Reports Record Revenue Following iPhone 16 Launch

Apple Reports Record Revenue Following iPhone 16 Launch

Nov 3, 2024

Apple has released its fiscal fourth-quarter financial results, showing a 6% revenue increase to $94.9 billion, driven primarily by strong iPhone performance. The July-September period demonstrated growth across most product categories, with only the wearables segment experiencing a modest 3% decline. CEO Tim

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Internationally Acclaimed Burger Chain is Finally Coming to Pakistan

Internationally Acclaimed Burger Chain is Finally Coming to Pakistan

Nov 1, 2024

Middle Eastern burger chain Salt has announced plans to expand into Pakistan with its Wagyu beef burgers, the company revealed in a social media post on Thursday. In a recent Instagram post with the message “Time to pass the salt, Pakistan!” Salt hinted

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Aramco launches its first fuel station in Pakistan

Aramco launches its first fuel station in Pakistan

Nov 1, 2024

Unveils facility in Lahore. Saudi oil giant Aramco unveiled its first fuel retail station in Pakistan on Tuesday with the launch in Lahore, following the acquisition of a 40% stake in Gas & Oil Pakistan (GO) earlier this year, a statement said. GO, a diversified

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