Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Urges Fuel Conservation Amid Escalating Gulf Energy Crisis
PM Shehbaz Sharif chairs high-level meeting in Islamabad, calling for nationwide fuel-saving measures and austerity to navigate potential supply disruptions from the Middle East.
President Zardari Approves Major Legislative Reforms and National Honors
President Asif Ali Zardari endorses a comprehensive legislative package including citizenship, media, and housing amendments while granting special remissions for prisoners.
Energy War in the Gulf: Four Critical Fuel Shipments Reach Pakistan Amid Regional Crisis
Four vessels carrying gasoline, crude oil, and LPG have arrived at Karachi’s ports, securing Pakistan’s energy supply as the Gulf region faces a massive energy conflict.
Mutual Funds Shift to Debt as Equity AUMs Drop 9 Percent in February 2026
SBP and AHL data show a rotation toward safer assets in Pakistan’s mutual fund industry, with equity AUMs falling to Rs678bn while debt holdings rise.
ADB Launches $10 Billion Country Partnership Strategy 2026-30 to Fuel Pakistan Sustainable Growth
The Asian Development Bank unveils a five-year $10 billion Country Partnership Strategy for Pakistan focusing on private sector development, inclusion, and climate resilience.
IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Request to Freeze 15% Gas Levy on Captive Power
The IMF denies Pakistan’s proposal to exempt efficient industrial units from the 15% gas levy, insisting on higher costs to push industries toward the national grid.
Federal Constitutional Court Issues Notices in FBR Review of Income Support Levy
The newly formed Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) takes up FBR’s review petitions regarding the Income Support Levy Act, 2013, following the 27th Amendment.
Rising Petrol Prices Drive Shift Toward PHEVs and REEVs in Pakistan SUV Market
Chery Master Pakistan Director Syed Asif Ahmed explains how Rs320+ petrol prices make Plug-in Hybrids and REEVs the most economical choice for SUV owners.
Fauji Fertilizer (FFC) Outlook Stable Amid Strategic PIA Privatization and Thar Expansion
FFC management shares a stable outlook for 2026, driven by consistent urea prices, a 34% stake in the PIA privatization consortium, and the Thar Coal-to-Fertilizer project.
Russia Offers Discounted Oil to Pakistan Amid Middle East Energy Crisis
Russian Ambassador Albert Khorev states Moscow is ready to supply discounted crude oil to Pakistan, pending a formal request from Islamabad to mitigate rising fuel costs.