Pakistan

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Standard Chartered Successfully Supports Pakistan’s Inaugural Panda Bond Issuance

News Desk 18/05/2026

This week, Pakistan successfully issued a 3-year RMB 1.75 billion panda bond in the Chinese interbank market for the first time. This milestone transaction not only broadened Pakistan’s international financing channels but also marked its first entry into the Chinese capital market.

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Gulfood 2026: Pakistan’s EBM Explores Regional Expansion Opportunities in the GCC

News Desk 30/01/2026

English Biscuit Manufacturers (EBM), Pakistan’s largest biscuit and cake manufacturer, revealed its ambition to become a regional FMCG player and explored opportunities for growth in GCC markets during Gulfood 2026. Joining industry leaders at the exhibition, Dr. Zeelaf Munir, Managing Director and CEO of EBM and Chairperson of the Pakistan Business Council, shared

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ANTIQUE CARS POP-UP MUSEUM DISPLAY AT FRERE HALL KARACHI DRAWS HUGE CROWD

News Desk 26/01/2026

Antique Cars Museum, Pakistan’s first and only online car museum held its 4th Annual Show at the historic and majestic Frere hall in Karachi.   Speaking on the occasion, Shoaib Qureshy, Founder Antique Cars Museum said that, “Interestingly, we don’t have any classic car museum in Pakistan so such a show helps create a one-day […]

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Dubai International Chamber launches new representative office in Karachi to support growth of trade and investments between Dubai and Pakistan

News Desk 09/12/2025

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has officially launched a new international representative office in Karachi, with the goal of strengthening bilateral trade and investments between Dubai and Pakistan.   The opening of the chamber’s new office comes as part of the ‘Dubai Global’ initiative, which

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Baseball United and PTV Partner to Bring Professional Baseball to Pakistan

News Desk 08/11/2025

Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced today a groundbreaking partnership with Pakistan Television Corporation (PTV), Pakistan’s national broadcaster, to deliver Baseball United’s professional games LIVE to millions of viewers across the country. The collaboration will include coverage of all 21 of

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Disrupt-X, Intel, and DynaSys Networks Collaborate to Drive Digital Transformation for Critical Infrastructure in Pakistan

PR News Desk 21/10/2025

Disrupt-X, Intel, and DynaSys Networks announced the signing of a tri-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration that advances Pakistan’s digital transformation for critical city scale infrastructure. The initiative will focus on leveraging AI technologies from edge to cloud to strengthen climate resilience, enable smart utilities, and support

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Pullman Brand to Debut in Pakistan, as Valor, Accor and Al Feroz Group sign Landmark Agreement

PR News Desk 30/06/2025

Valor Hospitality Partners, the globally renowned full-service hotel management company, Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, and Al Feroz Group, a premier real estate developer, are pleased to announce the signing of Pullman Karachi Brentwood Tower, Pakistan’s first Pullman-branded hotel, set to open in 2028. This landmark collaboration brings together Valor’s

Defence & Security

Pakistan-India conflict: Pakistan’s use of Chinese military technology is an eye-opener

News Desk 15/05/2025

New shift in South Asia’s military dynamics In the recent military tit-for-tat escalation between India and Pakistan over Hindu civilian casualties in Indian-administered Kashmir, Pakistan’s deployment of Chinese-made military equipment has underscored the growing defence collaboration between the two nations. The conflict, ignited by a militant attack in

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Innovative Ideas and Global Collaboration Take Centre Stage at LUMS Annual Conference

PR News Desk 06/01/2025

Governance and inclusion play a crucial role in building resilient and equitable societies. This theme brought together leading voices from around the world for the third Pathways to Development Conference, held recently at LUMS, one of Pakistan’s premier academic institutions. A hallmark of this annual conference is its ability to connect academic insights with

Telecom

New undersea cable set to boost Pakistan’s internet speed

News Desk 28/12/2024

Part of 2Africa project Internet users in Pakistan are set to experience a significant upgrade in connectivity with the imminent completion of a new undersea cable linking the South Asian country to Africa. The cable link, part of the expansive 2Africa project, is expected to become fully operational in the coming days. The 45,000 km-long […]

Lifestyle Travel

Emirates opens Karachi experiential travel store

News Desk 22/12/2024

Including self-service kiosks Dubai-based Emirates Airlines has launched its first-ever experiential travel store in Karachi, Pakistan, marking a significant milestone as its first such concept in West Asia. Situated in the Sky Tower within Karachi Towers on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Clifton, the 183-square-metre store offers an innovative blend of technology-driven

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Domaine Properties Expands Global Reach with Roadshows in Pakistan and Sri Lanka

PR News Desk 28/11/2024

Domaine Properties, Dubai’s premier luxury real estate advisory firm, is thrilled to announce an exciting expansion into Asia with upcoming roadshows in Pakistan and Sri Lanka. This initiative aligns with Domaine Properties’ dedication to bringing Dubai’s prestigious real estate opportunities to new international markets, highlighting Dubai’s appeal as a leading

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Pakistan Goes Undefeated to Claim Inaugural Baseball United Arab Classic Championship

PR News Desk 12/11/2024

Pakistan took home the trophy at the first-ever Baseball United Arab Classic international baseball tournament, which concluded last night after four straight days of gameplay. Pakistan was dominant the entire tournament, outscoring its opponents by a total of 57 runs, including a 12-1 victory over the UAE in the championship game. The tournament was hosted […]

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Palestine and Pakistan remain undefeated after dramatic victories

PR News Desk 09/11/2024

Day Two of the Baseball United Arab Classic brought a new level of energy as teams battled to build momentum and make history on the diamond. With powerful plays and thrilling finishes, the day saw teams fighting to secure their place in tournament standings, while fans filled the stands to witness the action unfold. Each […]

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SLB collaborates with OGDCL on geothermal resource development in Pakistan

News Desk 26/06/2024

SLB (NYSE: SLB) is collaborating with Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL), Pakistan’s largest oil and gas exploration and production company, to develop a strategy for exploiting geothermal resources in hydrocarbon fields across Pakistan. As part of the collaboration, SLB will help OGDCL develop a plan for evaluation of the geothermal potential of 25 […]

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Rotana and Signature Complex LLP unveils plans for a new 5-star landmark property in Islamabad, Pakistan

News Desk 07/05/2024

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region with over 100 properties across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye (MENAT), today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Signature Complex LLP Islamabad for the opening of its first property in Pakistan. The agreement will see the development of Signature […]

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Savor the Flavors of India and Pakistan at Wagah Border Drunch – Every Saturday

PR News Desk 18/01/2024

Embark on a culinary journey at Wagah Border Drunch, a weekly delight hosted at Four Points by Sheraton Production City, Dubai. Every Saturday, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, indulge in an exquisite Indian Pakistani buffet paired with lively live music. Priced at AED 99 per person, inclusive of soft beverages, this gastronomic experience offers […]

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UAE-based ‘ACE Luxury Immigration’ Expands to Pakistan

PR News Desk 21/11/2023

Following the successful establishment of its Middle East operations out of Dubai and its global headquarters in Canada, Ace Luxury Immigration Solutions, today announced its expansion in Pakistan. The law firm’s global headquarters in Ontario, Canada covers North American, UK, and international markets. The new office in Karachi, Pakistan’s commercial hub, was

Real Estate

Pakistan’s $40-billion housing investment highlighted at Cityscape Global

PR News Desk 20/09/2023

With 70% of overseas Pakistanis channelling their remittances into property and contributing $12 billion annually, there’s no denying the sector’s centrality to Pakistan’s economy, Shafiq Akbar, CEO of IMARAT Group, said at the Public Private Partnership Forum at Cityscape Global in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After expanding into the GCC with an office in the

Business

Esports company banks on Asian and Pakistan’s dominance for public listing

Aman Kumar 04/08/2023

Recent developments in the burgeoning Esports industry are seen as a welcome infusion in providing a platform to world-class gamers, especially in Pakistan and the UAE. Coming up this month in the United States is a public listing from Gamer Pakistan Inc, a month after the rising youth Esports icon Arsalan ‘Ash’ Siddiqui talked about […]