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Iranian Rial Demand Rises Sharply in Pakistan amid Market Rush

Demand for the Iranian rial in Pakistan has climbed sharply in recent weeks, with the currency gaining nearly fourfold against…

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Saudi Arabia, Qatar to Provide $5bn Support to Pakistan

Saudi Arabia and Qatar's support for Pakistan is expected to provide a crucial financial cushion as Islamabad faces pressure on…

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UK pauses Chagos Islands Deal After US Opposition

The Chagos Islands deal, paused by Britain, has reopened debate over sovereignty, military strategy and the rights of displaced islanders, after London said…

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PIA Fleet Expansion Plan Targets 60 Aaircraft Amid Revival

The PIA fleet expansion plan is moving to the centre of the airline’s revival strategy, with Pakistan International Airlines aiming…

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Chinese Firm Plans $120m Investment in Pakistan’s Tyre Sector

China-backed investment in Pakistan's tyre sector is set to grow further after Service Long March Tyres announced a $120 million expansion…

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UK Court Orders SpiceJet to Pay $8 Million in Lessor Dispute

A UK court has ruled that SpiceJet must pay about $8 million to an aircraft engine lessor for unpaid rent and…

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US Fourth-Quarter GDP Growth Revised Lower to 0.5%

US fourth-quarter GDP growth was revised lower to an annualized 0.5%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) of…

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US-Iran Ceasefire Oil Prices Rise as Stocks Fall on New Fears

Oil prices rose, and global equities retreated on Thursday as the fragile US-Iran ceasefire story shifted again, with investors worried that the newly…

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Pakistan Sees Drop in Energy Production, Higher Imports

Pakistan is facing a decline in energy production as domestic output falls and reliance on imports grows. The latest figures…

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