The federal government has approved the allocation and pricing framework for gas from the Ghazij and Shawal discoveries in the Mari gas field for three fertilizer plants, according to Mari Energies Limited’s disclosure to the Pakistan Stock Exchange. The gas from the Daharki-based field in District Ghotki, Sindh, will be supplied to FFC Port Qasim in Karachi, Fatimafert in Sheikhupura, and

Pakistan received $3.2 billion in remittances in November 2025, reflecting a 9.4% year-on-year increase, according to data from the State Bank of Pakistan. Despite this growth, inflows declined 7% compared to October 2025. During the first five months of fiscal year 2026, total remittances reached $16.1 billion, up 9.3% from the same period last year. Analysts attribute the rise in remittances

Pakistan is moving closer to wider financial inclusion after the State Bank of Pakistan approved the adoption of agent interoperability for banks, microfinance banks, and fintech operators, a step expected to significantly improve access to basic banking services, particularly in underserved and remote areas of the country. The initiative aims to reduce long-standing barriers that have limited

Pakistan is reported to be in the final stages of negotiating a major defense export agreement valued at approximately $1.5 billion with Sudan, a Muslim-majority country in North Africa. According to multiple sources familiar with the matter, the deal is expected to include a range of military hardware such as aircraft, drones, and air-defense systems, marking one of Pakistan’s largest recent

Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a sharp increase on Friday, January 9, 2026, mirroring a strong upward trend in the international bullion market, according to figures released by the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association. The surge reflects heightened investor interest amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and volatility in financial markets.

Luxury fashion house Prada has entered new territory with the launch of a perfume inspired by chai, a drink deeply rooted in South Asian daily life and culture. The fragrance, called Infusion de Santal Chai Eau de Parfum, is priced at $190, which converts to more than Rs. 53,000, transforming a familiar household experience into a high-end luxury product.

The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) held a high-level meeting with a senior delegation from the United Arab Emirates to advance Pakistan’s national agenda on real-world asset tokenisation. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s Office and included senior leadership from the UAE-based DAMAC Group and its DFSA-licensed real estate fintech platform, PRYPCO. Discussions

Pakistan has issued its first-ever ferry service licence in a landmark step aimed at promoting maritime tourism and strengthening the country’s blue economy. The licence was granted during the inauguration of Pakistan’s first dedicated ferry terminal at Karachi Port Trust, led by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. The development marks a significant milestone

Pakistan’s liquid foreign exchange reserves saw a modest increase this week, with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) reporting a rise of $141 million, bringing total liquid reserves to $16.056 billion for the week ending January 2, 2026. These liquid reserves, held mainly in cash and easily accessible foreign assets, form a crucial part of the country’s ability to meet short-term import payments

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are reportedly in discussions to convert approximately $2 billion in Saudi financial support into a defense arrangement involving JF-17 fighter aircraft, according to sources cited by Reuters. The talks are part of ongoing efforts to deepen defense cooperation following the signing of a mutual defense pact between the two countries last year.