for int’l trade, investment: president Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia 2025-03-11 09:16:22 ISLAMABAD, March 11 (Xinhua) — Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari said on Monday that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and Gwadar Port have the potential to transform Pakistan into a center of international trade and provide vital connectivity to multiple regions. “CPEC remains central to our vision of connectivity,” the president said, urging the government to prioritize these two projects to position Pakistan as a gateway linking Central Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East. Addressing the joint…
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How Pakistani Startup Tazah Pivoted from Agritech to Global E-Commerce
Tazah Technologies, founded in 2021 by former Careem executives Abrar Bajwa and Mohsin Zaka, initially set out to digitize Pakistan’s agricultural supply chain. Recognizing inefficiencies such as fragmented supply chains leading to inflated prices and significant food wastage, Tazah developed a Pakistani B2B marketplace to connect farmers directly with retailers, aiming to streamline operations and ensure fair compensation for producers. In its pursuit of innovation and adaptability, Tazah has undergone strategic pivots. One notable shift was the introduction of Tazah Global, a platform designed to simplify cross-border agri-trade, connecting…
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