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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 793 0 -
Time Magazine lists Imran Khan among 100 most influential poeple
Though faced with the challenge of fixing some longstanding economic woes, Prime Minister Imran Khan symbolizes hope for many toward revival of Pakistan as a progressing country, according to the Time Magazine which rates him among...Apr 17, 2019 1215 0 -
Fire engulfs Notre Dame; Marcon vows to rebuild historic cathedral
Notre Dame Cathedral, which survived vicissitudes of centuries, was in flames Monday evening as a huge fire engulfed the historic building housing sacred relics and artifacts that made it a unique place Hundreds of firefighters worked...Apr 16, 2019 989 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 1014 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 987 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 1114 1 -
‘Market Pakistan as great investment destination for durable U.S. ties’
It’s time for Pakistan to market its huge business potential to American investors, a leading entrepreneur says amid expected transition in South Asia from security-focused relations to a scenario of less interdependence, when the U.S. will draw...Apr 11, 2019 1092 0 -
Let’s make food our medicine for a better future
The World Bank organized a discussion on a key issue impacting the present and future of the world. “On the Menu: Can Food be the Planet’s Medicine?” sprang from concerns that current diets are making both...Apr 11, 2019 1091 0