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Economy on higher growth path, requires expansion of domestic production for sustainability: Economic Outlook

Posted on September 29, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD, Sep 28 (APP):Pakistan’s economy is currently on a higher growth path and requires to be driven by the expansion of domestic production for long-term enhancement and sustainability, says Monthly Economic Update and Outlook released here Tuesday. “For long term enhancement and sustainability of economic […]

Fed expected to stay cautious as economy sends mixed signals

Posted on September 19, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

Washington, Sept 19 (AFP/APP):With the United States on the upswing from the Covid-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve is expected to weigh in next week on whether the economy is healthy enough to begin withdrawing stimulus measures credited with aiding the revival. But the two-day meeting […]

Finance minister says economy is in a state of growth

Posted on September 6, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

Islamabad September 06 (Online): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin on Monday observed that economy is in a state of growth. Shaukat Tarin said this while presiding over a meeting to review the trade balance situation at the Finance Division. Secretary Commerce briefed […]

Despite challenges, economy put on right track in last three years: PM

Posted on August 27, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD, (APP): Prime Minister Imran Khan Thursday said that with all major economic indicators showing upward trends, the present government despite various challenges including the COVID-10 pandemic had put the country’s economy on right track. “During the last three years, the current account deficit has […]

Economy put on sustainable, quality growth path: Khusro

Posted on July 8, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD, Federal Minister for Industries and Production, Khusro Bakhtiar said Thursday that the incumbent government had laid solid foundation of economy to promote long-term sustainable economic growth. Addressing the launching ceremony of environment-friendly Electric motorbike here, the federal minister said that the country had to […]

Tourism potential game changer for Pakistan, it’s economy: Fawad

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Chaudhry Fawad Hussain on Wednesday said Prime Minister Imran Khan was taking keen interest in the promotion of tourism as it was a potential game changer for Pakistan and its economy. “Pakistan was a beautiful and peaceful country. Prime […]

Tarin defends existing 3.94% growth rate, says economy to expand by 5% next year

Posted on May 23, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Shaukat Tarin Sunday said that GDP growth at 3.94 percent during the current fiscal year (2020-21) was calculated in a transparent manner, predicting that based on the current trend the economy would grow by 5 percent in 2021-22 […]

Economy in much better condition than in 2018, claims Hammad Azhar

Posted on April 5, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

ISLAMABAD – Federal minister for Finance and Revenue, Hammad Azhar on Sunday said despite challenges, the economy of the country was in much better condition than it was back in 2018 when the incumbent government assumed the power. Talking in live call session along with […]

Biden raises economy, rights abuses in call with Chinese premier

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Tuba Zafar

In his first call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Joe Biden voiced his concerns about Hong Kong and Xinjiang and discussed a range of issues, including the coronavirus pandemic. During the phone conversation, Biden affirmed his priorities of protecting the American people’s security, prosperity, health […]

PM fully focused to boost economy: Shibli

Posted on January 30, 2021 by Sana Hasan

KARACHI: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Senator Shibli Faraz Friday said Prime Minister Imran Khan was fully focused to reduce inflation, boost economy and create more job opportunities for the people. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government, he said, had taken many initiatives and introduced […]

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