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Envoy says technology transfer, easy access to American markets a must to boost trade

Finance secretary praised coordinated efforts of provincial governments

PBS report notes 80% of people associated with construction industry were affected by pandemic

Benchmark index loses 0.11% to settle at 45,605.42

Recovery in oil demand is stalling in Europe due to prolonged movement restrictions

Digital payment system is a major step towards utilising country’s full potential, says Imran Khan

Reza Baqir optimistic about economic outlook despite Covid-19 induced fallout

Product and capacity upgrade is essential for boosting exports in long run

In most countries, coal production may be phased out by 2050

Bitcoin has tripled its value to $40,000 in a span of just a few months

Despite significance of agri sector, it couldn’t grow to the required extent

Country has never experienced sustainable economic growth even for a decade

World’s largest planemaker posts stronger-than-expected deliveries of 566 jets in 2020

SMEDA CEO reveals new SME policy ready but requires suggestions from private sector

Index finishes over 2.5-year high as investors’ sentiment remain buoyant

Cites increase credit exposure risks for raise

Cabinet Division to seek clearance of shortlisted candidates from intelligence agencies

Envoy identifies agriculture, tourism, mining as potential areas for bilateral cooperation

Officials say Engineering Development Board lacks expertise to manage EVs

Official says there is need to boost financing to sectors vital to economy

Over five dozen govt organisations, labour unions threaten indefinite strike

Move comes in addition to two special security divisions already set up by military for CPEC

Country buckles under onslaught of Covid-19 infections

Severe restrictions have been imposed across Europe to contain surge in coronavirus

Riyadh keen to boost trade, investment cooperation with Islamabad

Exporters unable to send containers to port due to lack of transport vehicles

Cabinet body took up amendments to rules for speedy govt work

Governor Baqir says pandemic opened new avenues in different sectors

Proposes raising price to Rs1,800 per 40 kg to encourage farmers to boost output

Country received $2.4b as overseas Pakistanis increasingly used formal channels

Benchmark KSE-100 index rises 0.68% to settle at 45,654.34

Rally in global shares also lent some support to crude prices

Imran Khan thanks overseas Pakistanis for making December yet another record-breaking month

Under G-20 initiative, applicant countries were supposed to conclude deals by Dec 31

The total market value of all cryptocurrencies rose above $1 trillion for the first time

Oil prices were steady after hitting fresh 11-month highs on a fall in US stockpiles

The rupee strengthened against the US dollar at Rs160.01 in the inter-bank market

Covid-19 disruptions trigger shortage of commodity in world market

Company will receive gas supply via new pipeline at its RLNG-fired power plant at Bin Qasim

Increase comes due to official inflows of government

Asks Islamabad to adopt modern technologies in agriculture

Both sides resolve to increase bilateral trade volume

Increase in exports not sufficient to match surge in imports

Secretary says govt working on payment gateways to resolve industry issues

Committee will formulate criteria to approve new connections for industries

System will facilitate transfer of dividends to bank accounts of investors through CDC

UBS raised its forecast for Brent oil prices to $60 per barrel by mid-year

Area to be used for setting up technology zone to boost IT sector

Benchmark index advances 191.12 points to settle at 45,344.54

Unrest at US Capitol by President Trump’s supporters appears to have little impact