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Moot calls for following China’s model for green development in Pakistan

Moot calls for following China’s model for green development in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: President Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) Ambassador Jauhar Saleem said on Friday that Pakistan needed to take a leaf out of China’s book in launching climate resilient projects and adopting best practices according to its ground realities to ensure speedy and sustained development.Addressing a seminar “CPEC: Driving Sustainable Growth Through Green Development” organized by…

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CPEC II embodies a bold vision for Pakistan’s future

CPEC II embodies a bold vision for Pakistan’s future

Syed Ali Nawaz Gilani. Pakistan stands at the threshold of a promising future, poised to unlock new avenues of growth and opportunity through the adoption of diversified development strategies and strengthened cooperation with China. This collaborative approach not only heralds a brighter tomorrow but also underscores the resilience and potential of the bilateral partnership between…

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Economy’s pain points tightening noose around tax-compliant cigarette industry

Economy’s pain points tightening noose around tax-compliant cigarette industry

Islamabad: Ipsos Pakistan has launched a survey titled ‘Pakistan Cigarette Market Assessment 2024’ in Islamabad. The report presents a comprehensive survey of more than 1,000 retail outlets in four provinces of Pakistan, including urban and rural areas. Key findings indicate significant changes in market dynamics, including a projected decline in the market share of legal…

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China's food security model can be highly beneficial for Pakistan

Another committee set up to probe import of rotten wheat

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Industry and Production and National Food Security Rana Tanwer Hussain has taken note of irregularities in the procurement of wheat by PASSCO and public complaints.The committee consists of three members under the leadership of Salim Mohsi, BPS 20 officer of the Ministry of Food. The board will investigate procurement of grain…

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Govt to equip agri sector with modern technology: Rana Tanveer

Govt to equip agri sector with modern technology: Rana Tanveer

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for National Food Security and Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain has said that agriculture sector will be equipped through research and modern technology in order to reap its true potential in Pakistan.Speaking during his visit to National Agriculture Research Centre (NARC), Federal Minister Rana Tanveer said the purpose of his visit…

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China's food security model can be highly beneficial for Pakistan

China’s food security model can be highly beneficial for Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for National Food Security and Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain says the second phase of China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) focusses on cooperation in the industry sector, which will create employment opportunities in Pakistan.In an exclusive interview with China Media Group (CMG), the federal minister said Pakistan was benefiting greatly from…

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ACT alliance demands full implementation of track, trace system amid fiscal failures

ACT alliance demands full implementation of track, trace system

ISLAMABAD: The ACT Alliance is calling for the immediate, comprehensive and widespread implementation of the Track and Trace System (TTS) as Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirms his commitment to strict tax enforcement,Despite the introduction of the system in 2019, promises of full implementation by December 2023 have faltered, exposing a critical failure in our…

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