ISLAMABAD, Sep 4 (APP):The government has brought together agriculture-sector stakeholders to formulate a road map aimed at increasing Pakistan’s high-value agricultural exports, with a particular focus on processing, certification, traceability, branding and access to international markets. Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal made the remarks while chairing the third session of […more]
An Export Development Fund meeting was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The Prime Minister welcomed the provision of export insurance coverage by the Export Development Fund and the Export Import Bank of Pakistan (EXIM Bank of Pakistan), particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Speaking on the occasion, the Prime […more]
The Union of Small and Medium Enterprises ( UNISAME) has invited the attention of Ms Nadia Jehangir Seth , the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) to a serious concern being faced by the SME exporters. Zulfikar Thaver president of UNISAME lamented that at a time when the […more]
On behalf of myself and all stakeholders in the rice sector, I am requesting all to kindly understand the need to save, protect and promote our Basmati rice in order that it’s production/cultivation is increased in every season. Basmati has been cultivated in Sindh since centuries and it’s mention is available in history. This message […more]
Govt forms facilitation committees to resolve disputes, accelerate export performance KARACHI: The government has notified Export Facilitation Committees to address exporters’ concerns, resolve disputes and prevent harassment by tax officials, Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani said on Friday. Chairing a consultative meeting with All Pakistan Exporters Associations in Karachi, Kayani […more]
ISLAMABAD: Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has said Pakistan needs to create a conducive and competitive business environment to boost exports, as high electricity and gas prices and expensive financing are making Pakistani products uncompetitive in international markets. Briefing the Senate Standing Committee on Commerce, which met under the chairmanship of Senator Anusha Rahman, the […more]
A Climate-Friendly Strategy for Grower Income, Poverty Reduction and Export Growth 1. Background Rice is not only a staple food crop for the people of Sindh; it is also one of Pakistan’s major sources of foreign exchange earnings, making a significant contribution to the country’s agricultural exports. Since the beginning of the new century, the […more]
Linking the country’s economic future with the entrepreneurial capabilities of its youth, Deputy Chairman Senate, Syedal Khan Nasir said that Pakistan’s sustainable development hinges on transforming the youth into job creators rather than job seekers. Equipped with modern skills, technology, and financial backing, young entrepreneurs possess the full potential to scale their startups into international […more]
Awais says IMF restrictions hinder flexible power tariffs ISLAMABAD:Federal Minister for Power Awais Leghari on Tuesday unveiled an ambitious roadmap to increase clean electricity’s share in Pakistan’s power mix to 90 per cent by 2035. He also revealed that limitations under the country’s IMF programme prevent the government from introducing a market-based electricity tariff system […more]
Our CorrespondentAugust 04, 20262 min read facebook twitter whatsup linkded email QUALITY SERVICES: Cheema said NAFSA is one of the most significant institutional reforms in Pakistan’s agriculture sector and will greatly improve the business environment for importers and exporters dealing in plants, seeds, and other agricultural products. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD:The government is establishing a new regulatory authority to […more]
