Remittances jump 40pc in February, total $3.12bn
Published in Dawn on March 11, 2025 KARACHI: Remittances from overseas Pakistani workers soared by nearly 40 per cent year-on-year in February 2025, reaching $3.12 billion, according to State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data released on Monday. Compared to January 2025, remittance inflows increased by 3.8pc, providing much-needed financial support […]
Pakistan’s gender pay gap among highest in the world: International Labour Organisation
By Amin Ahmed Published in Dawn on March 11, 2025 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has one of the largest gender pay gaps (GPG) globally, with women earning significantly less than men across most sectors, according to a report by the International Labour Organisation (ILO). The report, released on Monday, says that the[…]
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MarGovt sees stable economy, external sector
By Shahbaz Rana Published in The Express Tribune on March 08, 2025 ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has informed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it expects the economy to grow by 3.1% and the current account will be largely balanced in this fiscal year on the back of higher remittances and the[…]
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MarPM Shehbaz vows gender equality, issues first Gender Parity Report
Published in The Express Tribune on March 08, 2025 Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday reaffirming his commitment to gender equality said women’s empowerment could only be achieved by providing them an equal access to education, skill development and employment opportunities. “It’s our mission and an unwavering commitment to ensure[…]
