Pakistan to double agri exports to China, Gulf under Climate Prosperity Plan
ISLAMABAD, May 06 (ABC): The government plans to double agricultural…
Pakistan to double agri exports to China, Gulf under Climate Prosperity Plan
ISLAMABAD, May 06 (ABC): The government plans to double agricultural exports to China and the Gulf region by 2035 by adopting climate-smart techniques under the newly unveiled Pakistan Climate Prosperity Plan According to an official document available with Wealth Pakistan, this plan marks a strategic shift, integrating climate resilience and green growth initiatives with the…
Pakistan plans to climate-proof 75% infrastructure by 2040
ISLAMABAD, May 06 (ABC):Pakistan plans to climate-proof 75% of its major infrastructure and upgrade 70% of critical assets in flood and heat-prone areas by 2040, besides developing 25 Resilient Growth Zones by 2030. According to a document available with Wealth Pakistan, the country aims to strengthen physical infrastructure against intensifying climate risks and ensure long-term…
Pakistan’s milk output surges over 80% in two decades
ISLAMABAD, May 04 (ABC): Milk production in Pakistan has risen steadily over the past two decades, increasing by more than 80%. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, national milk output climbed from 31.97 million tonnes in 2005-06 to 58.3 million tonnes in 2024-25, marking an increase of 82.3%. The growth reflects the expanding…
Potato exports hold steady at 248,000 tons in H1 FY26
ISLAMABAD, May 04 (ABC): Pakistan exported approximately 248,000 tons of potatoes during the July–January period of FY2025-26, maintaining a stable presence in international markets despite shifting trade conditions. In value terms, exports stood at around $56 million, according to official data available with Wealth Pakistan, reflecting consistent demand and supply continuity during the period. The…
2.6m olive plants cultivated in Balochistan enter production phase
ISLAMABAD, May 04 (ABC): About 2.6 million olive plants cultivated across Balochistan have entered the production phase and are expected to reach full output by 2028-29, said Abdul Raoof Kakar, former director general of the Agriculture Research Institute, Balochistan. Speaking to Wealth Pakistan, Kakar termed the development a breakthrough, noting that Loralai has emerged as…
Rs1.17bn sports projects planned for federal educational institutions
ISLAMABAD, Apr 30 (ABC): The federal government has proposed a series of new sports development initiatives worth approximately Rs1.17 billion for educational institutions in the capital under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) 2026-27 According to documents available with Wealth Pakistan, multiple projects aimed at promoting physical activity and enhancing modern sports facilities in federal…
CPEC projects create over 7,300 jobs in Balochistan; 10,425 more expected
ISLAMABAD, Apr 29 (ABC): The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects in Balochistan have so far created or engaged 7,313 workers under completed and under-implementation schemes. In contrast, another 10,425 jobs are projected for future phases and pipeline projects. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the employment figures cover road infrastructure, energy, water, industrial,…
Huawei Pakistan Digital Week 2026 concludes with strong focus on innovation
ISLAMABAD, April 28 (ABC): Huawei Pakistan concluded its week-long Digital Week Pakistan 2026 in Islamabad, showcasing innovation, collaboration, and digital transformation initiatives. The event brought together senior government officials, ICT experts, telecom representatives, industry specialists, media professionals, and students. Throughout the week, participants attended workshops, exhibitions, panel discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. These sessions focused on cloud technologies, digital…
Punjab plans to launch CBD projects in major cities
LAHORE, Apr 28 (ABC): The Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (CBD Punjab) is planning to establish central business districts in major cities across the province — including Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Multan, and Bahawalpur — following the successful launch of its flagship project in Lahore.“Building on the strong investor response and success achieved in…
