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Pakistan’s economic stabilisation in 2025: From IMF-supported reforms to renewed growth trajectory As 2025 comes to a close, Pakistan’s economy has shown remarkable resilience and progress in macroeconomic stabilization. The $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) approved by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in September 2024, combined with the domestically designed Uraan Pakistan National Economic Transformation Plan launched in December …

If 2025 has revealed anything, it is the alarming disconnect between Pakistan’s economic reality and the self-congratulatory narratives pushed by its policymakers. The year has passed without a single meaningful breakthrough—no new productive units, no serious investment in balancing, modernization or replacement (BMR), and no expansion in industrial capacity. The economy is drifting, yet those responsible for steering it remain …

Digital transformation and emerging technologies shaping business landscapes in Pakistan and in the Gulf The business landscapes in Pakistan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are undergoing rapid and profound evolution, propelled by accelerated digital transformation and the widespread adoption of emerging technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, e-commerce, and advanced connectivity solutions. These regions are strategically deploying digital …

Agriculture remains the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, yet 2025 proved once again that the sector is also its most vulnerable link. With climate variability intensifying, water scarcity becoming structural, and rural productivity plateauing, the year demanded difficult choices from policymakers. But it also unveiled opportunities—technological, financial, and institutional—that could redefine agriculture’s future if properly harnessed. The year began with farmers …

Unlocking Pakistan’s mineral potential will create jobs enhance exports strengthen local industries and growth Pakistan stands at a critical junction in its economic journey, where tapping into its vast natural resources oil, minerals, and rare earth elements could redefine the country’s future. While much attention has focused on oil partnerships, the real opportunity may lie beneath the surface, in the …

Federal and provincial governments should partner with Pakistan Dental Association to execute health policies Economic narrative o Pakistan is dominated by the shadow of its public debt. As of 2024-25, the total public debt is estimated to be around 70%  of GDP, a figure that signals systemic fiscal stress. The most immediate consequence of this towering debt is that debt servicing …

Pakistan must adopt innovation driven growth to rebuild textile exports and regain global competitiveness Pakistan’s textile sector has long served as the backbone of the national economy, contributing nearly 55 to 60 percent of the country’s exports and providing employment to more than 10 million people. Despite its scale and significance, the sector has been unable to match global competitiveness …

Nestlé Pakistan’s sustainability commitments take center stage amid national discussions on climate-aligned development As Pakistan struggled with climate vulnerability, persistent economic stress, and widening human development gaps, policymakers and business leaders convened in Islamabad at the 28th Sustainable Development Conference and Sustainability Investment Expo, hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI). This year’s gathering reinforced a single message that …

Today marks the longest night and the shortest day of the year, as the duration of night reaches its peak in the Earth’s northern hemisphere. According to astronomers, the longest night begins at 8:03 pm, making it the longest night of the year in the northern regions of the world. In astronomical terms, this event is known as the winter …

Mustafa Kamal said that polio vaccination campaign will continue with full force until polio is completely eradicated from Pakistan. Web Desk December 21, 2025 Federal Minister for National Health Services, Syed Mustafa Kamal, visited Sohrab Goth, where he participated in a polio awareness campaign, addressed local residents, and administered polio drops to children. He emphasized that eradicating polio is a …

Pakistan ended a 13-year wait for the U19 Asia Cup 2025 title in emphatic fashion, thrashing India by 191 runs in a one-sided final at the ICC Academy on Sunday, December 21. The victory delivered Pakistan only their second U19 Asia Cup crown and their first outright triumph since 2012, when they shared the trophy with India. Sameer Minhas’ record-breaking …

Hobart Hurricanes delivered a masterclass in clinical T20 cricket, securing a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Melbourne Renegades in the eighth match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26. A stellar four-wicket haul by Chris Jordan followed by a blistering batting display from Nikhil Chaudhary and Ben McDermott ensured the Hurricanes chased down their target with more than six overs to …