First Time in History Pakistan Earns $4 Billion in Rice Exports in 2024

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For the first time ever, Pakistan has set a new record by exporting $4 billion worth of rice in the current fiscal year. This remarkable achievement is largely due to the efforts of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), which has played a crucial role in boosting the country’s agricultural sector. One of the standout products in this success is Pakistan’s famous basmati rice, known worldwide for its excellent quality. Shahjahan Malik, the former Chairman of the Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan, shared his excitement about this milestone. He is…

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Pakistan to Export Rice, Potatoes to Russia, Barter Trade Deal Signed

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Islamabad: Pakistan and Russia have signed their first-ever barter trade agreement during the inaugural Pakistan-Russia Trade Forum, according to recent report. This significant deal aims to strengthen economic ties between the two nations by allowing them to exchange agricultural products without relying on traditional payment systems. The move is particularly important due to payment constraints caused by Western sanctions imposed on Russia following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. These sanctions have prompted Moscow to turn to barter deals to avoid currency risks and sidestep the complications of international payment systems.…

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India Foreign Minister to Visit Pakistan for First Time Since 2015

India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will attend a China-led summit in Pakistan in place of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government said late Friday. It’ll be the first visit to Pakistan by an Indian foreign minister since 2015. Jaishankar will lead the delegation at a state-level meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation starting on Oct. 15, said Randhir Jaiswal, foreign ministry spokesperson.

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NTDC Restructuring and Transparency Urged for Power Sector Reform

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Power Division, Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Laghari, emphasized the need for restructuring the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC) to enhance grid efficiency and sustainability. During a meeting with the Board of Directors (BoDs) and CEOs of power sector companies, alongside experts from the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and Islamic Development Bank, Laghari highlighted the impact of outdated infrastructure on system inefficiencies and stressed the urgency of transparent operations. He called for quicker, data-driven decision-making to lower electricity costs for consumers, urging development partners to…

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