Infrastructure development is one of the main pillars of economic growth of any economy and China Pakistan Economic Corridor being one of the largest project of its kind witnessed the transformational change in almost every sector of Pakistan’s economy and …
Read More »The future of Gwadar
In December, 2020, the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group on Gwadar, which includes, representatives of multiple Ministries from Pakistan and their counterparts in the Chinese Government, reviewed the progress of up gradation of Gwadar and showed satisfaction over …
Read More »Possibility of affordable housing
*Mera Pakistan Mera Ghar buzzword a three-pronged benefits for country’s homeless population Poor access to affordable housing results in unequal home ownership: proprietorship remains concentrated in the top income bracket, leaving a limited supply of housing for low-income households. Housing …
Read More »Ample investment prospects in Balochistan
Constituting 44 percent of the country’s total landmass, Balochistan still remains underdeveloped province. It is rich in natural resources. It is strategically located on the confluence of South, west and Central Asia. The province presents wider prospects for local and …
Read More »CPEC projects charging up Pakistan’s economic boom amid construction growth
Presently, China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has become a household word in Pakistan. It has attained significant milestones through joint efforts of the governments, enterprises, and people of both countries-Pakistan and China. The economists of Pakistan record that the economy of …
Read More »Mega CPEC –a battle of economic supremacy on the horizon
Interview with Sardar Shoukat Popalzai – President, Balochistan Economic Forum PAKISTAN & GULF ECONOMIST had an exclusive conversation with Sardar Shoukat Popalzai about CPEC. Excerpts of the conversation are as follows: CPEC – Regional integrator with greater opportunity provider for the …
Read More »Pakistan truly needs strong marketing strategy, more public-private partnership to boost export
– Country’s shipping industry tangled up in cumbersome regulations and a massive oversupply of vessels – Gwadar is an all weather port and can helps Pakistan connect with four important and resource rich regions of the world Interview with Mr …
Read More »Review Of Taxation And Economy: Economic indicators picking up, macro balances likely to improve: SBP
Interview with Mr Ashfaq Yousuf Tola – President, TOLA ASSOCIATES Pakistan & Gulf Economist had an exclusive conversation with Mr Ashfaq Yousuf Tola regarding taxation and economy. Excerpts of the conversation are as follows: Through FA 2020, the definition of value …
Read More »Balochistan has very important role in progress of Pakistan’s economy
Interview with Ms. Durcheen Mari Baloch PAGE: Could you tell us about the economic significance of Balochistan? Durcheen Mari Baloch: The economy of Balochistan plays a vital role in Pakistan. Our province is generally recognized for its production of natural gas, coal, …
Read More »Wider prospects for investment in Balochistan
Balochistan is rich in natural resources. It is strategically located on the confluence of South, west and Central Asia. The province presents wider prospects for local and international investments. There are greater investment opportunities in all sectors of provincial economy. …
Read More »China widely welcomed investments into Pakistan’s SEZs
China has welcomed investment into Pakistan’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) from other countries. While speaking at the “Dialogue on Industrial Cooperation under CPEC and SEZs Framework” organized by the Board of Investment last week, China’s Ambassador in Pakistan Yao Jing said that the Chinese …
Read More »Attractive future in Pakistan’s auto sector — need of policy change
Pakistan’s auto sector faced a slump during the calendar year 2019 due to massive devaluation of rupee, taxation, skyrocketing inflation and high interest rate. The auto sales plunged 34 percent to 175,611 units in the first 11 months of 2019 …
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