Islamabad

15/04/2026

ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, and the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, Maja Mortensen, called on...

Middle East conflict one of the largest supply shocks since Covid-19: Finance Minister

15/04/2026

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb described the ongoing Middle East conflict as one of the...

Aurangzeb holds key meetings in Washington, agrees to promote trade & investment

WASHINGTON DC: Federal Minister for Finance Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a series of key meetings on the sidelines of the...

Pending tax cases exceed Rs5.4 trillion; PM voices concern over FBR performance

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s unresolved tax litigation has climbed to more than Rs5.4 trillion, marking a sharp rise over the past two...

64pc price gap fuels shift to illicit cigarette market in Pakistan: report

ISLAMABAD: The federal government, in coordination with provincial authorities, has launched a nationwide crackdown on the illegal cigarette trade to...

Govt considers slashing dairy GST to 10pc to support sector growth

ISLAMABAD: The government is considering reducing the General Sales Tax (GST) on dairy products from 18% to 10% following directives...

FinMin discusses reform agenda with World Bank

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb commenced his engagements at the World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings 2026...

Fitch affirms Pakistan’s ‘B-‘ rating with stable outlook

ISLAMABAD: Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Pakistan’s long-term foreign currency rating at ‘B-’ with a stable outlook, pointing to progress in...

Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s ability to meet external obligations on time

NEW YORK: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday highlighted Pakistan’s key reform priorities while participating...

Iran Central Bank Governor meets DPM Ishaq Dar

ISLAMABAD: Governor of the Central Bank of Iran Dr Abdolnasser Hemmati called on Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad...

FBR posts 42pc drop in tax collection from developers, builders

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) reported a 42 percent decline in income tax collection from builders and developers...

FBR moves against officers for failing to declare assets, sets April 24 deadline

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken strict notice after several of its officers were found to have...

Aurangzeb, Saudi finance minister discuss ongoing economic cooperation

11/04/2026

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, saw off the Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, at...

Aurangzeb departs for US to participate in IMF-WB meetings

11/04/2026

ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Saturday departed for the US to participate in the World Bank Group and International...

FinMin convenes business leaders to explore ways to strengthen trade

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday convened business leaders from across the country to shape...

Pakistan’s economy expected to grow, but downside risks loom: ADB

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s economy recovered as growth strengthened and inflation declined in fiscal year 2025 (FY2025, ended 30 June 2025), supported...

Pakistan’s growth forecast slashed as regional tensions drive inflation, says WB

ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has warned that tensions in the Middle East are impacting several countries, including Pakistan, leading to...

Fuel prices may drop by up to Rs100 per litre