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ECC green-lights new EPZ in Balochistan

Pakistan on Wednesday approved the establishment of a new Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Balochistan with 80% Chinese ownership, a move authorities claim has the endorsement of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, greenlit the establishment of the Siah Dik Copper Project in District Chag

ECC green-lights new EPZ in Balochistan

Pakistan on Wednesday approved the establishment of a new Export Processing Zone (EPZ) in Balochistan with 80% Chinese ownership, a move authorities claim has the endorsement of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, greenlit the establishment of the Siah Dik Copper Project in District Chag

Shares at PSX shed nearly 3,800 points on SBP projections

Bears continued to dominate the trade floor on Wednesday at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) as shares declined by nearly 3,800 points, two days after the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) cautiously eased the interest rate to 13 per cent. The benchmark KSE-100 index declined by 3,835.48 points, or 3.34pc, to stand at 111,025.20 points from the previous close of 114,860.68 points at 3:27pm. Fina

You and your tech

IF you are fond of technology but not all that savvy about understanding its technical specifications then we have something in common. Do you get confused when deciding what your next mobile device will be? What factors influence your decision at the right time to replace your car, and what factors do you keep in mind when deciding which car to buy next? Do you have a solar generation system at h

Key features of Tax Laws Amendment Bill 2024

The FBR will have authority to impose restrictions on unregistered individuals. Unregistered persons may face bans on operating bank accounts, transferring immovable property or running businesses. Banking transactions for unregistered persons will be restricted.High-risk individuals’ banking and tax data will be shared. Restrictions will apply to vehicle purchase, registration and booking,