: Weekly SBP foreign exchange reserve reports and PKR vs. USD parity.
ISLAMABAD — The Prime Minister’s Review Committee on Gilgit-Baltistan, chaired by Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, has outlined a major strategic roadmap to enhance fiscal autonomy, upgrade clean energy infrastructure, and improve governance across the region.
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening development cooperation across multiple economic sectors, aligning future initiatives with Pakistan’s URAAN Pakistan 5Es Framework.
The understanding was reached during a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Planning between Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Dr. Tanaka Akihiko.
ISLAMABAD — Addressing the nation on the momentous occasion of Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day and the 150th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary delivered an inspiring message targeted at the country’s youth.
ISLAMABAD — Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal met with Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar to review a detailed proposal for the revamping and modernization of Pakistan Television (PTV) under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).
BOSTON / ISLAMABAD — In a strategic move to transition towards a data-driven welfare economy, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, met with Prof. Iqbal Dhaliwal, the Global Executive Director of the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). The high-level meeting focused on exploring a robust institutional collaboration aimed at introducing evidence-based policymaking to tackle poverty, enhance human development, and accelerate inclusive growth across Pakistan.
NEW YORK / ISLAMABAD — In a major step toward modernizing Pakistan’s agricultural landscape, the Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, held a high-level meeting at Cornell University’s Integrated School of Plant Sciences.
UNITED NATIONS, NEW YORK: Addressing the Ministerial Segment of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2026 on Sustainable Development, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, delivered a strong call for global solidarity, warning that the world stands at a critical juncture with just five years remaining to achieve the 2030 Agenda.
ISLAMABAD — Following a landmark agreement with the Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC), Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, has outlined a comprehensive strategic vision aimed at transforming Pakistan into a premier global destination for American investment, technology, and academic expansion.
ISLAMABAD — The Government of Pakistan observed a Day of National Mourning on Monday, July 13, 2026, as a powerful gesture of solidarity with the State of Qatar following the passing of its former Emir and Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
ISLAMABAD — A significant new chapter in Pakistan–U.S. economic relations is unfolding as the Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC) prepares to lead a high-level Texas business delegation to Pakistan to explore vast trade and development opportunities.