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Pakistan, Sri Lanka launch digital partnership

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Wednesday established a Joint Working Group on IT and Digital Economy to collaborate in emerging technologies and digital transformation. During the 13th Session of the Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held in Colombo, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic relations further and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors….

Pakistan, China launch ‘E-Mining Platform’ targeting $10bn investment in mineral sector

E-Mining platform to boost transparency, efficiency in mineral sector. Pakistan invites China to invest in copper, gold, rare earth minerals. Mineral development to include benefit for KP, Balochistan: minister. ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal has said that the partnership between Pakistan and China has entered a new era, which is not limited to infrastructure alone…

ECC approves distribution of confiscated solar panels for Gilgit-Baltistan

ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved the disposal of 500,000 metric tons of surplus wheat stock held by the Pakistan Agricultural Storage and Services Corporation (PASSCO) and sanctioned the distribution of confiscated solar panels to the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan. The meeting, chaired by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue…

Pakistan, Turkiye agree to boost rice trade

ISLAMABAD:  Türkiye reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Pakistan. It was also agreed that technical delegations would meet to advance discussions on rice trade. Federal Minister of Pakistan for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan held a detailed meeting with the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Irfan Nezirolu, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA)…

Silver Rate in Pakistan Today -January 28, 2026

Karachi, January 28, 2026 – Silver prices in Pakistan have continued their impressive upward trajectory, reaching new local highs amid a strong global precious metals rally. The chandi ka rate today stands at Rs. 11,640 per tola, reflecting a steady climb driven by international silver prices surging past $111 per ounce and strong correlated demand…

PM Shehbaz Sharif ‘seeks’ plan for maximum IMF relief during ongoing loan programme

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the government to secure the maximum possible relief from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Beyond the Time News reported on Tuesday, citing sources. Ahead of upcoming discussions with the IMF, the Government of Pakistan has decided to redefine its priorities. The premier asserted that additional burdens cannot be…

Pakistan’s cotton yarn exports to China surpassed $451mln in 2025

Pakistan’s cotton yarn exports to China recorded solid growth in 2025, exceeding $451 million, underscoring the resilience and long-term maturity of bilateral textile trade under the China–Pakistan economic partnership. According to data from China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC), exports of uncombed single cotton yarn (cotton =85%, yarn =714.29 decitex) under HS code 52051100 alone…