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. The PML-N-led coalition government at the Center now has 229 members in the NA. PHOTO: APPLICATION ISLAMABAD: The Standing Committee on Economic Affairs of the National Assembly on Tuesday noted that the Generalized Schemes of Preferences (GSP)-Plus of the European Union have played an important role for Pakistan’s economic growth. The panel also highlighted […]

The FBR has taken note of the concerns expressed by traders, stakeholders and trade bodies regarding the proposed procedure regarding non-imposition of federal taxes on goods imported for exclusive consumption in Great Britain. The FBR clarified that a comprehensive and robust mechanism has been put in place to ensure that these tax-exempt goods are not

. ISLAMABAD: A comprehensive plan has been prepared for the revival and improvement of the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC), with a decision also taken to integrate the National Logistics Cell (NLC) into the shipping sector. Under the plan, the number of operational PNSC vessels will increase from 10 to 54 over the next five

KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi visits Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Photo: Express ISLAMABAD: Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Tuesday stressed the need for close federal-provincial coordination to combat terrorism in the province, telling Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi that the Centre’s cooperation was vital to restore peace and security in KP. According to a statement

. LAHORE: A miscellaneous petition was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) by advocate Azhar Siddique, challenging the notification allowing kite flying activities on February 6, 7 and 8. The petitioner argued that the notification posed a serious threat to public safety. It has been highlighted that a girl and a youth were recently

A flurry of engagements suggests Pakistan could attempt to ease tensions between the two main Gulf allies Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during the latter’s visit to Pakistan last week. Photo: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Rahim Yar Khan on Tuesday and held a meeting with the