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Akhtar was special assistant to the PM on revenue in the previous cabinet

Claim OGRA refusing to accept any of the 22 demands put forward last month

Banks abstaining from moving large numbers of people till clarity on political front

President Mamnoon also discussed the work undertaken by the Swiss Agency for Development Cooperation

Discusses legal concerns, policy advocacy and incentives with start-ups

It earns Rs2.42b in Apr-Jun quarter, plans to challenge the tax in court

Also interested in purchasing components from Pakistani auto part makers

Accuse taxmen of maladministration, demanding bribes and freezing bank accounts

Indonesian consul general says both countries have been working to improve ties since 2015

The central bank has imposed 100% cash margin on import of certain consumer goods to restrict demand for US dollars

Gas outlets will pay only Rs12b, which is half the required cess

Tax havens have attracted large companies along with wealthy private investors

Benchmark index falls 57.68 points to close at 43,078.38

Country’s foreign debt stands at $58 billion, domestic at Rs12.31 trillion or $117 billion

The state planner says it will provide better guidance on risks to companies investing overseas

However, International Monetary Fund has repeatedly said Pakistan’s rupee is overvalued by 5-20%

Heimtextil will be open to visitors during three days, September 20-22

'Tourist flow between the two countries is very low due to less information'

Company earns Rs11.34b, declares Rs2.5 per share final dividend

High costs, inconsistent policies, uncompetitive energy prices reasons for decline

Printing corp will have additional responsibility in coming years

Minister says US locomotives will bring revenue, boost profit

Chairman warns of liquidity crunch if payments are further delayed

Dutch expert helps SMEDA in consultation process, finding obstacles

Major Chinese importers to be invited to grow high-value fruits in Pakistan

Calls for striking balance between social, economic development

Pakistan’s LNG demand will continue to rise, reach 30m tons in five years

External debt servicing, other official payments cited as reason for the fall

Political tensions continue to guide market direction, trading remains thin

Centre was established mainly to ensure welfare, protection of migrant workers

However, International Monetary Fund has repeatedly said that Pakistan’s rupee is overvalued by 5-20%

'Pakistan offered numerous investment opportunities in tourism, hospitality, heritage preservation areas'

Decline driven by lower sales, higher product cost and tax on profit

Secretary says people should benefit from projects irrespective of gender

Board chief meets Chinese envoy to discuss industrial cooperation

PCJCCI co-sponsoring the event to be held in September

Provinces argue central govt has no right to take decision on gas imports

'Forests are the best resource for achieving enhanced climate resilience'

Amount surpasses the $31 billion tally for the whole of 2016

Minister expresses views on the occasion of Azadi Train’s arrival at Lahore station

Economist says difficult to predict investment flow in the face of uncertain political situation

Benchmark index rises 287.51 points to close at 44,186.96

The IMF raised its forecast for China's average annual growth from 2018-2020 to 6.4% from 6.0%

However, International Monetary Fund has repeatedly said Pakistan’s rupee is overvalued by 5-20%

KATI leaders said practical steps were required to cut cost of industrial production

ICST asks SBP to present a true picture of the economy

Board announces interim cash dividend of Rs1 per share

Volatility in commodity prices, goods dumping remain key risks

Gas allocated to fertiliser plants will be diverted to Punjab residential consumers

Backs conference aimed at promoting horticulture exports