ADB approves $330mn financing to bolster Pakistan’s social protection programmes
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday approved an additional $330 million in financing to strengthen Pakistan’s federally administered social protection programmes under the ongoing Integrated Social Protection Development Program…
How China coped with influx of “Western overcapacity” after WTO accession
As Wednesday marks the 23rd anniversary of China’s accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), dealing with import competition remains a lingering challenge worldwide. The unease among some Westerners over…
Telenor Pakistan Unveils Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) Services to Revolutionize Connectivity
In a continuous effort to redefine communication standards and elevate customer experiences, Telenor Pakistan, in collaboration with Transsion, has launched Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) services. This innovative service enables Telenor…
Q&A on Chinese economy: Sustaining growth and tackling challenges
The Chinese economy has experienced an uneven yet resilient growth trajectory in 2024, with a strong start followed by increasing downward pressure around mid-year and a subsequent upswing in the…
Pakistan: Passenger car sales surge by 49.7%
Auto industry shows promise amid schemes, key rate reduction; EV market emerges as focal point Passenger car sales went up by 49.7% to 38,534 units during the first five months…
Europe at a crossroads: elections reshape continent amid divisions
Over 20 regional and national elections this year have failed to settle the political maneuvering on the continent. As 2024 draws to a close, Romania has become the latest European…