According to the data released by All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA), domestic cement despatches by the industry during the month of January 2025 were 3.313 million tons compared to 2.967 million tons in January 2024, showing an increase of 11.64%. Exports despatches also increased by 30.25% as the volumes increased from 446,595 tons in…
Visa (NYSE: V), a world leader in digital payments hosted its inaugural market focused client event – Visa Connect Karachi – last week. Attended by more than 200 participants including senior members of the State Bank of Pakistan and the Pakistani financial industry, it marked the first event of its kind for Visa in the…
The Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OICCI) successfully concluded the 3rd Pakistan Climate Conference today, marking the event with the inaugural OICCI Climate Excellence Awards. The two-day conference brought together key policymakers from federal and provincial governments, climate experts, business leaders, and advocates to discuss and promote sustainable climate action in Pakistan….
CDC Share Registrar Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Central Depository Company of Pakistan Limited, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation: E-Voting through WhatsApp. This revolutionary feature is set to redefine the electronic voting process, making it more accessible, efficient, and user-friendly for shareholders/members. By seamlessly integrating WhatsApp with the E-voting platform,…
Science-based decision affirms that ZYN nicotine pouches are a better alternative for adults who smoke or use other traditional tobacco products The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last week authorized ZYN nicotine pouches making ZYN the first and only authorized nicotine pouch in the United States. The FDA’s authorization of all ZYN nicotine…
The third Pakistan Climate Conference, organized by the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), began today at the Mövenpick Hotel, Karachi. The two-day event brings together policymakers, business leaders, environmental experts, and thought leaders to tackle the escalating climate crisis facing Pakistan and propose actionable solutions for mitigation and adaptation. Federal Minister for…
Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank, has announced the launch of its Foreign Currency (FCY) Debit Card for Pakistani exporters and freelancers who hold an Exporters’ Special Foreign Currency Account (ESFCA) with the Bank. Powered by Mastercard, the FCY Debit Card is accepted worldwide and simplifies international payments, making it easier to manage business transactions…
To support the Government’s efforts in ensuring the availability of high-quality fertilizers at official prices, Engro Fertilizers has inaugurated a Markaz Centre in Muridke. With this addition, the Company now operates four Markaz Centres in Muridke, Bahawalpur, Sargodha, and Sahiwal, benefiting farmers across these regions. Rana Tanveer Hussain, Federal Minister for Industries & Production, and…
The Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, visited the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) for an interactive session with foreign investors and business leaders. The session focused on the government’s initiatives aimed at economic stabilization and enabling a conducive business environment in Pakistan. During the session, Mr….
Expansion to 20 Districts Marks a Major Milestone in Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Across Pakistan PTCL Group, in collaboration with the Pakistan Poverty Alleviation Fund (PPAF), hosted an inspiring event to celebrate the remarkable achievements of women entrepreneurs empowered through the Ba-Ikhtiar Project under Group’s Social Impact platform ‘Dil Se’. The initiative is fostering financial independence…
