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Energy imports bill drop by $627 million this year; “Pakistan’s energy basket adjusted to meet local demand while prioritizing clean and cheaper source appears to be showing results amid slowing
Continue reading$627M: Crude Imports Drop, LPG and LNG Imports Rise in Pakistan
DESPARDES — A team of foreign diplomats posted in Pakistan were taken to the Neelum Valley in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) to witness firsthand whether the Indian army had
Current account deficit witnesses huge decline; PM Khan seeks ‘out-of-the-box solutions’ amid austerity; Economy remains a national security issue; Remittances is the ‘ATM card’ DESPARDES (Updated) — Pakistan’s current account
Continue readingA Dollar Saved is Dollar Earned: PTI-Govt’s Fiscal Management Amid Slowing Economy
DESPARDES — Aimed at showcasing the artwork by desi artists all over the globe, a hashtag, #SouthAsianArtists, recently took Twitter by storm. This is the third year running that artists from Afghanistan, Bangladesh,
Tomorrow (Oct 14), Prince William and Kate Middleton will embark on their royal tour of Pakistan. The five-day visit to the country – which has been described by Kensington Palace as their “most complex” to
We can’t just be focusing on carting the ‘Ease of Doing Business in Pakistan’ mantra world over without creating enabling environment within…Laws, legislation, etc. etc. can’t keep replacing moral laws.
Continue readingU-Turn From ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ Syndrome
Iron Brothers boosting military ties; resolve to deal with risks and challenges together; reaffirm their commitment to building a ‘community of shared future in the new era’ DESPARDES REPORT —
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Soccer is a national sport in Iran just as well as in Saudi Arabia, it’s regional rival where women have been allowed to attend games –since 2018. DESPARDES REPORT —
Continue readingWomen Attend Soccer Game in Tehran for First Time in 40 Years
DESPARDES REPORT — “I think we will probably see at least one traditional shalwar kameez — the top and loose trousers look — from Kate on this trip,” says Susan
Continue readingKate Middleton Will Wear Green On Pakistan Tour
Khan’s trip to the restive region comes days after he undertook 3-day visit –his third since becoming the PM –to China. DESPARDES REPORT (UPDATED) — Prime Minister Imran Khan is
Continue readingKhan Heads to Iran, Saudi After Trip to China
“We seem to be moving in the direction of pre-WWII situation”. DESPARDES REPORT (UPDATED) — India’s August 5 military lockdown of occupied Kashmir entered 67th day and has reportedly cost
Continue readingKashmir Lockdown: NO NEWS is NOT SO GOOD News
DESPARDES REPORT — The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has reportedly stopped Pakistan Housing Authority Foundation’ (PHAF) from constructing its mega housing project worth billions. The project is now sealed after
Continue readingMega Housing Project in Islamabad Sealed By Regulatory Authority