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Pakistan Unveils $100 Billion Maritime Expansion Plan to Boost Fleet, Ports and Blue Economy

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KARACHI: In a major push to unlock its vast ocean potential, Pakistan has launched a $100 billion maritime development plan aimed at expanding its national shipping fleet, modernizing ports, establishing green ship repair and recycling facilities, revitalizing fisheries, and advancing maritime education, Maritime Affairs Minister Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry announced on Thursday. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC) in Karachi, Chaudhry said the initiative — branded “Maritime @100” — represents a long-term national blueprint to build a robust blue economy by 2047…

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Over Two Dozen AKU Scholars Named Among World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists by Stanford University

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KARACHI: In a remarkable recognition of Pakistan’s growing contribution to global research, more than two dozen scholars from the Aga Khan University (AKU) have been included in the World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists List for 2024, compiled by Stanford University. The annual list, one of the most respected global benchmarks for scientific excellence, identifies leading researchers across diverse disciplines — including health care, education, climate science, economics, and mental health — based on standardized citation data from Elsevier’s Scopus database. The ranking evaluates scientists’ influence through their academic citations and…

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NFEH Honours 45 Organisations for Outstanding Fire Safety & Emergency Preparedness

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KARACHI: The 15th Annual Fire Safety & Security Convention 2025, organised by the National Forum for Environment & Health (NFEH), recognised 45 public and private organisations for their exemplary fire safety systems and emergency preparedness. The awards were presented by Syed Afzal Hameed, Senior Vice-Chairman of the Association of Builders and Developers of Pakistan (ABAD), Ahmed Azeem Alvi, President of the SITE Association of Industry, and Muhammad Ikram Rajput, President of the Korangi Association of Trade & Industry (KATI). The honoured organisations included Acm Hi-Tech Engineering (Pvt.) Limited, Agp Limited,…

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Aramco Opens 50th Retail Station, Supporting Jobs and Local Economy

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Gas & Oil Pakistan Limited, in partnership with Aramco, inaugurated its 50th retail station on Srinagar Highway, Islamabad. The event gathered senior management and industry leaders to celebrate this milestone, reflecting the company’s growing commitment to Pakistan’s retail fuel sector.Beyond expanding its network, the Aramco new station contributes to the creation of employment opportunities, local skill development, and economic activity in the surrounding community. Each new outlet supports operational staff, customer service teams, and supply chain partners, reinforcing the broader socio-economic impact of the investment.Since launching its first station in…

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HKH Region Poised for Renewable Energy Boom, Yet Only 6% Harnessed: ICIMOD Report

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ISLAMABAD: The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region holds vast untapped potential for renewable energy, yet clean sources currently contribute just 6.1% of its total energy supply, according to a new report. Titled Together We Have More Power: Status, Challenges, and the Potential for Regional Renewable Energy Cooperation in the Hindu Kush Himalaya, the study was released by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) and presented at an event hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) in Islamabad. The report highlights that fossil fuels dominate the energy mix…

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