Pakistan to Pivot from Aid to Trade and Investment for Sustainable Growth: Finance Minister
Pakistan has formally shifted its economic strategy from aid-based support to trade- and investment-led growth, Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb said, highlighting a major change in the country’s approach to long-term economic sustainability. Speaking in an interview with CNN Business Arabia, the finance
Telenor Pakistan Introduces VoWiFi to Transform Calling and Coverage
In a continuous effort to redefine communication standards and elevate customer experiences, Telenor Pakistan has launched Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) services. This innovative service enables Telenor customers to make and receive calls over Wi-Fi networks using their mobile number, offering a robust and
Government Announces Rs. 10 Million Interest-Free Loans to Empower Freelancers and Startups
The government will provide interest-free financing of up to Rs. 10 million to establish 250 working spaces through the National Co-Working Space Program (NCSP). The program, to be executed under the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), aims to provide state-of-the-art infrastructure that enhances
Meta and PTA Launch “Is This Legit?” Campaign to Combat Online Scams in Pakistan
Meta in collaboration with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) educational platform, EYEYAH!, has launched a social campaign and interactive online experience named “Is This Legit?” to raise awareness for common scam traps within Pakistan. This initiative is part of a broader APAC-wide campaign
PayFast and Askari Bank Join Forces to Drive Digital Payment Innovation in Pakistan
In a strategic step towards enhancing the digital financial landscape of Pakistan, PayFast, a State Bank of Pakistan-licensed fintech, and Askari Bank, one of the country’s leading commercial banks, have signed a partnership agreement to launch a white-label checkout solution that makes use
