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LAHORE, PAKISTAN: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) highlighted serious structural challenges in Pakistan’s economy, including the heavy tax burden on large-scale manufacturing, declining investment, and the absence of dedicated SME zones, which collectively impede economic growth. Former Federal Finance Minister Dr. Hafiz A. Pasha noted that 60 percent of Pakistan’s total tax…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Foreign Ministry has warned that the steps taken by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding Yemen are extremely dangerous. Riyadh stated that it will not tolerate any threat and will take all necessary measures if required.Saudi authorities called on the UAE to withdraw its troops from Yemen and suspend support…

Islamabad, February Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has issued a stern warning to the Afghan Taliban, stating that their recent border attack constitutes a “horrific miscalculation” and will lead to severe repercussions. The statement comes amid escalating tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where Afghan forces allegedly launched unprovoked strikes under the cover of darkness, attempting…

Kandy — The Pakistan cricket team has arrived in Kandy from Colombo ahead of their next two Super 8 matches in the ICC T20 World Cup. The squad is scheduled to train at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium today as they prepare for back-to-back crucial encounters.Pakistan will face England on February 24, followed by a…

TEHRAN (International Desk) — Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has launched a sharp rebuke against Washington, declaring that the United States has repeatedly miscalculated Iran’s national strength and determination.“America is powerful, but its strategy on Iran is mistaken. It has failed to understand our nation and our power. The Iranian nation does not surrender…