Analysts who study foreign policy in Pakistan support the idea of reconnecting with Iran, even though there have been some tensions along the border. According to Maleeha Lodhi, a seasoned diplomat from Pakistan, having a good relationship with Iran is crucial for Pakistan due to its problematic borders with India and Afghanistan. Currently, the trade…
In Pakistan, both local and international mobile phone makers have recently announced big news: they’re cutting the prices of over 20 smartphone models. This move is aimed at selling more phones and reaching more customers as the 2023-24 fiscal year wraps up. The price cuts on these smartphones are quite large, ranging from Rs400 to…
HBL and the Bank of China (BOC) recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the BOC headquarters in Beijing, China. This agreement marks a significant step in their collaboration for mutual growth. Representing their institutions were Liu Jin, Vice Chairman & President of Bank of China; Sultan Ali Allana, Chairman of HBL; and Muhammad…
The Institute of Business Management (IoBM) commenced its two-day International Conference on Islamic Banking and Finance (ICBIF) 2023, focusing on how Sharia-compliant finance contributes to sustainable economic development. Distinguished speakers such as Mr. Ghulam Muhammad Abbasi from the State Bank of Pakistan and Dr. June Kuncoro Hadiningrat, the Indonesian Consul General, along with Mr. Talib…