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RDA plans to establish a dedicated Enforcement Directorate to crack down on illegal construction, encroachments and unapproved housing schemes across Rawalpindi.

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have strengthened cybersecurity cooperation, while Pakistani tech startups secured $400,000 in investment and new commercial partnerships at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting growing opportunities for Pakistan’s technology sector.

The government has launched a 25% first-loss credit guarantee to expand financing access for women entrepreneurs through microfinance institutions.

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is preparing a rupee-denominated, dollar-settled bond after raising $3 billion through a successful Eurobond sale.

Pakistan’s IT exports surged 21% to $4.6 billion in FY2025-26, even as AI-driven automation led to declining entry-level jobs and reshaped demand for technology skills.

Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal reviews key development projects, directing authorities to maintain quality standards and expedite work on major initiatives.

Pakistani EdTech startup Edversity has secured strategic investment from Rapidev Group at LEAP 2026 to expand its AI-powered education platform across Saudi Arabia, the GCC and global markets.

Meezan Bank approves over PKR 31.45 billion in housing finance under the Ghar Ho Tu Apna programme, supporting thousands of Pakistanis seeking affordable, Shariah-compliant home financing.

Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have agreed to boost bilateral trade from $16 million to $200 million annually while expanding cooperation in investment, energy, transit, industry and regional connectivity.