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Anticipated Rise in Petroleum Prices in Pakistan

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The price of petroleum products in Pakistan is expected to rise by Rs2.75 per litre. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has submitted proposals aimed at increasing the profits of oil companies and petrol pumps. Proposed Profit Margin Increases Sources indicate that the proposal sent to the government includes an increase in the profit margin for oil companies by …

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Pakistan’s Commitments to IMF: Limiting Powers of SIFC

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The Pakistani government has made written commitments to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to limit the powers of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and the Sovereign Wealth Fund. These measures are part of broader reforms to ensure greater accountability and transparency. Additionally, Pakistan has agreed to phase out all Special Economic Zones (SEZs) by 2035. Limiting SIFC and Sovereign …

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Pakistan Approves 500,000 Metric Tons of Sugar Export

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The government on Friday approved the export of an additional 500,000 metric tons of sugar. This decision comes amid concerns of manipulated stock figures and consumption patterns, reflecting the strong influence of sugar barons on policy-making. The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) based the approval on conflicting data compared to previous reports. This decision raises questions about transparency and the credibility …

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