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Pakistan’s freelance export earnings jumped 45.5% to $175.4 million in July 2026, while IT exports rose 18% to $417 million, boosting foreign exchange inflows.

Pakistan and South Korea have completed the first round of CEPA negotiations, with a second round expected soon, as both countries seek to expand trade, exports and investment ties.

The government has allocated Rs73 billion for privatisation contingencies, including Rs30 billion to cover interest on PIA’s Rs268.5 billion legacy debt, while extending sales tax exemptions to all local airlines from 2027-28.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met a Google delegation as the tech giant inaugurated its Pakistan office, strengthening cooperation on digital transformation, AI, IT exports and youth skills.

Rawalpindi DC Captain (r) Nadeem Nasir has ordered the swift partition of jointly owned land, directing officials to protect rightful owners’ shares and take legal action against illegal occupants and false claims.

NADRA has launched a new QR-based chipless CNIC, replacing the 14-year-old smart card technology and enabling easier identity verification through smartphones.

Defence-tech startup Smack Technologies is raising $61 million to accelerate its military AI platform Omega and develop wearable AI hardware for battlefield decision-making.

Eleven Pakistani auto parts companies will participate in Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, showcasing their products, exploring global markets and seeking international business partnerships.

More than 89,000 applications have been received under Punjab’s Apni Chhat, Mehfooz Chhat initiative as the government expands affordable housing and cracks down on illegal schemes.