Govt changes taxes slightly to keep revenues from falling

Opens the offer for evaluation, clears way for work on IP pipeline project

The first terminal has already started functioning at the end of March this year at Port Qasim

Country may find itself in a strong position in dealings with partners, donors

Aimed at disbursing loans to farmers, businesses; will be modelled on nobel prize winner Grameen Bank

Pakistan Ordnance Factory may take over control of tools producer

Concession is likely to keep fertiliser prices for farmers to a minimum

If granted, it will give profit guarantee and encourage investors

Govt may instead give the task to exploration firm GHPL

Later, international bids will be invited for operation and maintenance work