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US-Pakistan trade soared to record highs during 2017-18
While the United States and Pakistan – longtime allies in the fight against terror with ups downs in bilateral ties – differed on some key strategic issues, the two-way trade between them soared to $6.6 billion....May 3, 2019 848 0 -
Why Richard Lugar’s argument on enduring US-Pakistan ties holds relevance
The U.S.-Pakistan relations have gone through several ups and downs since 2012 – the year until when Senator Richard Lugar, who passed away on Sunday, was a leading voice on foreign policy discussions on the Hill....Apr 30, 2019 1147 0 -
Iran says ready to meet Pakistan’s energy needs
Iran has offered to supply Pakistan enough energy that may meet its oil, gas and electricity needs. “Iran is ready to meet Pakistan’s oil and gas demands … (and) we are ready to increase (electricity) exports...Apr 23, 2019 1157 0 -
Modi threatens to wipe out Pakistan with ‘mother of nuclear bombs’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has threatened to wipe out Pakistan with the “Mother of Nuclear Bombs.” Modi, whose BJP draws support on several extremist groups, is bidding for reelection in the ongoing elections, and made...Apr 18, 2019 872 0 -
Who will be Pakistan’s next finance minister?
In the midst of negotiating a bailout deal with the International Monetary Fund, Pakistan’s government suddenly finds itself is in search of a new finance minister after Asad Umar’s exit. Umar, a former CEO of Engro...Apr 18, 2019 792 0 -
Pakistani-Americans remain a big source of remittances with a 23.58% boost this year
The remittances sent by Pakistani-Americans jumped 23.58 percent to $2.516 billion during the first nine months of the 2019 fiscal year. The State Bank of Pakistan data shows that overseas Pakistanis sent $15.096 billion in the...Apr 17, 2019 724 0 -
Why growth in a high-debt scenario depends on people-focused policies
The public debt around the world has been at the highest level in recent years while growth is screeching to just tepid levels in many countries. The scenario is not limited to any one part of...Apr 14, 2019 1012 0 -
US reviewing assistance to Pakistan
With Pakistan playing an important role in pushing forward Afghan Taliban talks as per President Trump’s policy for a negotiated end to the war, the United States is conducting a review of its assistance to the country, which...Apr 13, 2019 1054 0 -
Pakistan welcomes Sikh pilgrims with open arms at the start of Vaisakhi festival
Pakistan is welcoming thousands of Sikh pilgrims from neighboring India as thee community turns to its spiritual center for Vaisakhi New Year celebrations. Millions of Sikhs all over the world respect Pakistan as the holy land...Apr 13, 2019 985 0 -
IMF deal almost agreed in principle – Asad Umar
Finance Minister Asad Umar said Pakistan and International Monetary Fund have almost reached a deal in principle on a bailout package as Islamabad strives for a fix to the balance of payment crisis amid ballooning trade...Apr 12, 2019 1110 1