Finance minister signals shift to outcome-based social spending; Panda Bond launch planned ahead of Chinese New Year

Chamber flags trade deficit, energy costs and weak investment despite easing inflation

KSE-100 index closes at 174,473, led by gains in energy and banking stocks

Claims it can produce 12m tons in free market

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PNSC's operational vessels will be increased from 10 to 54 over the next five years

Kundi meets interior minister in Islamabad, concerns come amid a sharp escalation in violence nationwide

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Call act 'grave threat to peace, security, and stability'