Experts warn policy uncertainty, a weak banking sector and excessive protectionism are hindering investment, job creation and long-term growth in Bangladesh …
Speakers call for stronger responsible business practices to boost trade competitiveness
Speakers at a national dialogue jointly organized by the Ministry of Commerce and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP0 on Tuesday in Dhaka’s hotel urged stronger responsible business …
Qatar-Pakistan Joint Business Council seeks to strengthen economic and commercial co-operation
The Qatar–Pakistan Joint Business Council held its inaugural session yesterday via video conference, bringing together senior representatives from both countri …
Awami League: Statement From Sheikh Hasina, Elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Marking One Year Since the Fall of Democracy
DELHI, India–(BUSINESS WIRE)–This is an open letter to the honest, hard-working and patriotic people of Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina: “We must continue to stand for justice, for economic opportunity, …
Pakistan lifts Eid business restrictionsPublished on: May 18, 2026 10:31 PM
Pakistan, May 18 — The federal government on Monday lifted nationwide business-hour restrictions ahead of Eidul Adha, allowing commercial centres to operate without time limits. Prime Minister …
Government extends business hours relief till May 31Published on: May 18, 2026 4:01 PM
Pakistan, May 18 — The federal government has granted a major relaxation in business operating hours by exempting commercial centres across Pakistan from the previously fixed closing timings until …
Pakistan’s 8 PM market curfew is killing sales and barely denting the power bill
Business groups in Pakistan’s Punjab province say the mandatory 8 pm market closure is hurting sales, jobs and tax collections while offering limited energy savings.
Pakistan’s early market shutdown triggers economic tremors
The decision by Pakistan’s Punjab government to enforce an 8 pm closure for markets and commercial hubs across the province has drawn intensifying backlash from traders, economists, and business …
ICAP CFO Conference 2026: Pakistan Eyes AI Integration, SIFC Growth & BPO Expansion
ICAP just concluded its CFO Conference 2026 in Islamabad. Finance leaders tackled SIFC policies, AI adoption, SOE privatization & BPO growth.
PM Modi invites Norwegian companies to invest in India
PM Modi invites Norwegian firms to invest in India, highlighting reforms and opportunities in clean energy, manufacturing and shipbuilding growth sectors.