Pakistan and Qatar Explore New Avenues for Digital Cooperation and Startup Development
Pakistan’s IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja meets Qatar Development Bank CEO Abdulrahman Al Sowaidi in Doha to discuss collaboration in digital innovation, startup financing, AI, cloud services, cybersecurity and talent development, strengthening technology ties between Pakistan and Qatar.
ADB Commits Additional $48 Million to Advance Balochistan Water Development Project
The Asian Development Bank has approved an additional $48 million to complete key components of Balochistan’s water development project, aiming to strengthen irrigation, improve water management, and support climate-resilient growth in the province.
Pakistan Explores New Digital Development Partnerships as IT Minister Meets Islamic Development Bank
Federal IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja met with the Islamic Development Bank to discuss collaborative opportunities aimed at accelerating Pakistan’s digital development, strengthening connectivity, and supporting technology-driven economic growth.
PMEX–NCMCL Integration Sets Stage for Digital Transformation in Pakistan’s Agriculture
SECP’s approval of PMEX’s majority acquisition of NCMCL marks a major shift for Pakistan’s agricultural market, strengthening the Electronic Warehouse Receipt system and paving the way for modernized commodity trading and farmer financing.
Allied Bank Expands Access to Agri-Financing Through Innovative Warehouse Facility
Allied Bank is scaling support for Pakistan’s agricultural economy through its Warehouse Facility, enabling farmers, traders, and agri-enterprises to secure financing against stored commodities rather than land or property.
Pakistan Auto Show 2025 Opens with Bold Call for “Made-in-Pakistan” Vehicles to Compete Globally
Pakistan Auto Show 2025 begins with over 170 exhibitors as the Engineering Development Board calls for locally manufactured vehicles to expand into international markets, signaling a push toward strengthening the country’s automotive ecosystem.
UN Report Urges Pakistan to Expand Grid Infrastructure for Renewable Energy Growth
The UN highlights Pakistan’s renewable potential while warning that weak grid infrastructure threatens the country’s transition to affordable, carbon-free electricity. Investment, policy reforms, and stakeholder engagement are crucial to accelerating the energy shift.
Zong Expands AI Capabilities Through Strategic Partnership with Botnostic Solutions to Power Enterprise HR Innovation
Zong collaborates with Botnostic Solutions to integrate AI-powered talent and HR technologies into its Z SAIS Cloud platform, strengthening Pakistan’s digital enterprise capabilities with advanced workforce analytics, recruitment automation, and career development systems.
5th Pakistan Future of Retail Business Summit & Expo 2025 Set to Explore Commerce Resilience and Digital Transformation
The 5th Pakistan Future of Retail Business Summit & Expo 2025 will be held on October 29 at Mövenpick Hotel, Karachi. Organized by the Chainstore Association of Pakistan, the event will bring together retail leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss digital transformation, resilience, and the future of commerce in Pakistan.
Ijara Capital strengthens healthcare investment portfolio with acquisition of Sindlab Pvt. Ltd.
Ijara Capital expands its healthcare investment portfolio with the acquisition of Sindlab Pvt. Ltd., marking a major step toward strengthening accessible healthcare services across Pakistan.