Government and economic policy updates.
ISLAMABAD — Marking World Population Day, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, strongly emphasized that Pakistan’s greatest asset lies within its people, asserting that targeted investments in human capital form the bedrock of sustainable national growth.
ISLAMABAD — In a major milestone for the country’s maritime sector, Pakistan’s seafood exports reached an unprecedented $568 million during the fiscal year 2025–26 (FY26). The historic high underscores the rapid expansion of the country’s blue economy and its strict compliance with international food safety and quality standards.
ISLAMABAD — In a major initiative to celebrate and elevate Pakistan’s creative minds, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, held a strategic meeting with Mr. Sami Awan, an acclaimed International Youth Artist representing Pakistan on global platforms.
ISLAMABAD — In a major effort to scale up youth entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, chaired a high-level review meeting focused on the Prime Minister’s Youth Business and Agriculture Loan Scheme (PMYB&ALS).
ISLAMABAD — In a major step toward expanding international avenues for the country’s youth, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, met with His Excellency Dan Stoenescu, Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan, at the Embassy of Romania.
ISLAMABAD — In a major push to boost civic engagement and community service across the country, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, held a strategic meeting with Ms. Zainab, representing the Saheli Organization.
ISLAMABAD — In a major step toward fostering national unity, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, held a productive meeting with Khel Das Kohistani, the Minister of State for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony.
ISLAMABAD — In line with the government’s vision to empower the younger generation, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, held a strategic meeting with Mr. Abdul Moiz Jadoon, Focal Person for Youth Development Centers (YDCs).
ISLAMABAD — In a strategic move to revitalize the country’s tourism landscape, the Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, held a high-level meeting with Muhammad Rauf Raja, the newly appointed Focal Person for Tourism and Hospitality.
HOUSTON: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary, visited Rice University to engage with Pakistani students pursuing higher education in the United States, calling on them to lead Pakistan’s transition toward a knowledge-based economy.