Pakistan secures $1.2 billion as IMF clears reviews, flags gains on stability and reforms

  • IMF praises Pakistan’s policy implementation despite challenging global environment and climate-driven shocks
  • The Executive Board urges faster energy, SOE and governance reforms for macroeconomic and fiscal sustainability
By Ismail Dilawar ·

Pakistan PM invites UAE investment across tech and resource sectors at National Day event

  • Shehbaz Sharif says the UAE remains a key economic partner and continues to lend ‘critical support’ to Pakistan
  • UAE envoy says both nations have potential for cooperation in renewable energy, AI and economic diversification
By Waseem Abbasi ·

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Santas on camels lead Christmas rally in Pakistani capital 

  • Hundreds join year-end procession in the capital, chanting and marching in festive dress
  • Christians make up only 1.37% of Pakistan’s population, according to the 2023 census
By AFP ·

Najran farmers find sugarcane cultivation viable, promising lucrative economic returns

  • Mountain regions in Najran have a temperate climate and abundant water resources, suitable for sugarcane production
By Arab News ·

US judge rejects Trump administration’s halt of wind energy permits

  • 17 Democratic-led states challenged the suspension
  • Offshore wind group supports ruling for economic and energy priorities
By Reuters ·

Accelerating growth boosts investor confidence

  • Startups attract fresh capital to scale AI, health tech, and infrastructure
By Nour El-Shaeri ·

LIV Golf CEO says informal talks with PGA Tour ongoing

  • LIV continues to have ‘constructive dialogue’ with OWGR on ranking points
By Reuters ·