National Assembly unanimously approves much-needed mini-budget
The mini-budget’s approval comes as the government continues its talks with the IMF. National Assembly unanimously approves much-needed mini-budget. The…
Ishaq Dar
Rs170bn in taxes to be imposed through mini-budget prior to IMF deal: Ishaq Dar
Dar says some reforms suggested by IMF are in Pakistan’s favour. Rs170bn in taxes to be imposed through mini-budget prior…
Govt hikes petrol, diesel prices by Rs35 per litre
Dar further announced that the prices of kerosene oil and light diesel oil have been increased by Rs18 per litre….
Govt seeks major IMF shareholders’ help for $7bn plan
Japan, Germany, and France are three other leading voting powers in IMF’s executive board with 6.14pc, 5.31pc and 4.03pc votes….
Pakistan seeks support from Bank of China to bring back macroeconomic stability
Ishaq Dar urges Bank of China to expand business relations with Islamabad to deepen economic and financial relations. Pakistan seeks…
AIIB credits SBP account with $500m, Dar confirms
ADB’s financing will provide the fiscal space needed for the government to implement its countercyclical development expenditure package. AIIB credits…
Court ends proceedings in assets beyond means case against Ishaq Dar
“The trial against Ishaq Dar ends here,” judge says. Court ends proceedings in assets beyond means case against Ishaq Dar….
US cannot stop Pakistan from purchasing Russian oil: Ishaq Dar
Dar says oil purchase from Moscow will be possible soon. US cannot stop Pakistan from purchasing Russian oil: Ishaq Dar….
Pakistan approves plan to import 300,000-tonne wheat from Russia
Pakistan to buy wheat at cost of $372 per tonne. ECC approves jacking up revised margins of OMCs. Pakistan approves…
ADB credits $1.5 billion to SBP’s account, Dar says
ADB says recovery from COVID-19 impeded by external shocks. ADB credits $1.5 billion to SBP’s account, Dar says. Finance Minister…