Islamabad, Aug 20: The planned merger of Telenor Pakistan (Private) Limited (Telenor) and Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) is being investigated by the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) through an extensive Phase II Merger examination. Important stakeholders have a chance to voice their concerns to CCP on the merger’s possible effects on Pakistan’s telecom industry.The possible advantages of the merger, including as cost savings and scale economies that can improve financial stability, are being assessed by CCP. The investigation will also look at whether the combination could result in more capacity, a wider network coverage area, and better customer service…
Author: Iqra Khan
Islamabad, Aug 20: A direct flight from Kazakhstan to Skardu, a stunning area of Gilgit-Baltistan, may not be ruled out, according to Kazakhstan’s ambassador to Pakistan, Yerzhan Kistafin, on Tuesday. This would increase bilateral tourism. “After the recent start of international flights from Skardu International Airport, we have an opportunity to increase bilateral tourism by launching this one-hour direct flight from Kazakhstan to Skardu,” he stated. The Ambassador informed APP that the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) in Skardu will also be in charge of organizing the “International Tourism Summit.” He claimed that this program would improve bilateral…
Islamabad, Aug 20: To improve economic relations between the business communities of Pakistan and the UK, the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and the UK-Pakistan Trade and Investment Board (UPTIB) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) here on Tuesday. In terms of improving trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two nations, the deal represents a major step forward. On behalf of their respective parties, LCCI President Kashif Anwar and UPTIB CEO-Pakistan Tajammel Hussain signed the Memorandum of Understanding. “This Memorandum of Understanding is a significant milestone in our efforts to enhance bilateral trade relations with the…
Islamabad, Aug 20: In order to interact with the Sialkot business community, Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir, Counselor of the Embassy Shafiev Saidjon, and Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Tajikistan Abdulloev Khurshed paid a visit to the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI). President SCCI Abdul Ghafoor Malik stressed during a crucial meeting at the SCCI Auditorium that 2024 will be a pivotal year in Pakistan-Tajikistan ties, especially in light of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s recent visit to the country. Following this visit, President Emomali Rahmon and Prime Minister Shehbaz…
Islamabad, Aug 20: For Pakistan’s economy to thrive sustainably, Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal Khan stressed on Tuesday the need for reform and expansion in the gem and jewelry industry. During a crucial meeting with the Sectoral Council for Gems and Jewelry, Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan reiterated the government’s commitment to reviving Pakistan’s gem and jewelry industry, according to a news release released here. Senior representatives from the public and business sectors convened electronically with the aim of augmenting the sector’s export potential and harmonizing with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s plan to establish this billion-dollar industry…
Islamabad, Aug 20: The “Prime Minister’s Skills Development Company” was authorized by the Federal Cabinet on Tuesday in order to create and oversee funding for technical and vocational education as well as to carry out a range of training initiatives. In accordance with Section 42 of the Companies Act, 2017, the Federal Cabinet, presided over by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, authorized the company’s formation under the National Vocational and Technical Training Commission. On the advice of the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, this decision was made. The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission’s operational and regulatory…
Islamabad, Aug 20: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has extended an invitation to apply to Gilgit-Baltistan students wishing to enroll in undergraduate programs (4–5 years) at public universities and degree-awarding institutions that have received HEC recognition. The project named “Undergraduate Scholarship Programme for the students of Gilgit-Baltistan in top Pakistani Universities/ Institutions (Batch-IV)” is offering these scholarships for the academic year 2024–25 in all fields of study and disciplines, according to government sources. The applicants must possess a Gilgit-Baltistan domicile/local certificate in accordance with the eligibility requirements. But, the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or its equivalent must have been…
Islamabad, Aug 20: A basic understanding of the Japanese language is necessary for job searchers who are interested in working in Japan, Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC) has started offering a short Japanese language course to qualified individuals. According to a government source who spoke with APP, OEC is a public employment promotion organization that is essential in helping Pakistanis living overseas find as many jobs as possible in order to produce significant remittances. OEC is currently accepting applications for the Japanese language course from qualified candidates who meet the following requirements: a minimum of a middle school education, an age…
Islamabad, Aug 20: The Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Multan declared the Mini Sports Complex’s grand opening in Sector M on their official Facebook page, On August 19. According to specifics, this new complex has a range of athletic facilities, such as a professionally maintained running track, a professional-caliber cricket pitch, and tennis and basketball courts. The facility also has a badminton court, a futsal court, a multipurpose sports area, and a specialized kids’ play area to accommodate a variety of recreational purposes. Plenty of possibilities for residents to participate in physical activity, Sector M’s Mini Sports Complex aims to improve…
Islamabad, Aug 20: Special Property Sales Event (PSE) in Islamabad to take a step into the future of real estate. This day has the potential to permanently alter your investing path. Make a note of the following: on Saturday, August 24, from 9 AM to 9 PM, Grand Ballroom at the Marriott Hotel in Islamabad, where every nook and cranny whispers the possibility of fresh starts and unheard-of possibilities. High-Yield Commercial Investments: Picture yourself in an environment where the best real estate is accessible to you and offered at rates so exclusive that you won’t find them elsewhere. Your dream…
