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Global wheat prices rise amid prolonged dry weather in key regions
October 15, 2024
Global wheat prices rise amid prolonged dry weather in key regions
DUBAI: Global wheat prices have seen a notable rise in recent days due to ongoing dry weather in key regions,…
Global public debt expected to exceed $100 tn this year: IMF
October 15, 2024
Global public debt expected to exceed $100 tn this year: IMF
WASHINGTON: Global public debt is expected to reach a record $100 trillion this year, the IMF said Tuesday, warning that…
What are key challenges hindering Chinese companies’ operations in Pakistan?
October 15, 2024
What are key challenges hindering Chinese companies’ operations in Pakistan?
ISLAMABAD: A survey issued recently by the China Chamber of Commerce in Pakistan (CCCPK) has painted a mixed picture of…
Oil falls as demand outlook weakens, Iran supply disruption concerns ease
October 15, 2024
Oil falls as demand outlook weakens, Iran supply disruption concerns ease
SINGAPORE: Oil prices slid as much as $3 to a near two-week low during Asian trade on Tuesday on the…
New ADB country director for Pakistan assumes office
October 14, 2024
New ADB country director for Pakistan assumes office
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) newly appointed Country Director for Pakistan, Xiaoqin (Emma) Fan joined the Pakistan Resident Mission…
Gold prices up by Rs200 per tola
October 14, 2024
Gold prices up by Rs200 per tola
ISLAMABAD: The per tola price of 24 karat gold increased by Rs200 and was sold at Rs275,700 on Monday compared…
26 poorest nations in worst financial shape since 2006: World Bank
October 14, 2024
26 poorest nations in worst financial shape since 2006: World Bank
NEW YORK: The world’s 26 poorest countries, home to 40% of the most poverty-stricken people, are more in debt than…
Oil prices drop on concerns China’s flagging economy to limit demand
October 14, 2024
Oil prices drop on concerns China’s flagging economy to limit demand
SINGAPORE: Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed China’s inflation rate declined and a lack of clarity on the…
Pakistan govt unveils 5-year privatisation plan
October 14, 2024
Pakistan govt unveils 5-year privatisation plan
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan government’s five-year (2024-29) privatisation plan has been revealed, detailing the privatisation of 24 institutions in three phases,…
Financial irregularities worth millions emerge in ‘Greater Iqbal Park project’
October 14, 2024
Financial irregularities worth millions emerge in ‘Greater Iqbal Park project’
LAHORE: Following an audit report submitted to the Punjab Assembly, major financial irregularities in the construction of Greater Iqbal Park…