Austerity and the threat of another pandemic ‘During the peak of the Omicron wave in January 2022, US congressional leaders across the political spectrum were... Updated 17 Mar, 2023 06:44am
World Global trade ‘resilient’ during Ukraine war: WTO GENEVA: Russia’s war in Ukraine did not dent global trade in 2022 as badly as feared, the World Trade Organization... Published 24 Feb, 2023 07:29am
World Global trade 'resilient' during Ukraine war: WTO GENEVA: Russia's war in Ukraine did not dent global trade in 2022 as badly as feared, the World Trade Organization... Published 23 Feb, 2023 10:40pm
Opinion Both IMF, govt need serious policy path correction The International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its recently-released flagship report ‘World Economic Outlook [WEO] update:... Updated 03 Feb, 2023 10:27am
Business & Finance US wants WTO dispute system fixed in 2024 GENEVA: The United States is entering a third phase of talks with countries to reform the World Trade Organization... Published 30 Jan, 2023 05:56am
World China calls Washington a ‘bully’ at WTO trade disputes meeting GENEVA: China strongly criticised the United States at a World Trade Organization meeting on Friday, calling... Published 27 Jan, 2023 09:23pm
Business & Finance US wants World Trade Organization dispute system fixed by 2024 GENEVA: The United States is entering a third phase of talks with countries to reform the World Trade Organization’s... Published 27 Jan, 2023 11:15am
Opinion Adoption of IPRs in industrial sector Intellectual property rights (IPRs) are important for developing countries for several reasons as they provide a way... Updated 18 Jan, 2023 07:16am
Opinion Solution: import substitution Pakistan is facing the worst-ever economic crisis in its history. Fiscal and current accounts do not balance; and... Published 28 Dec, 2022 04:12am
Business & Finance US ban on ‘Made in Hong Kong’ label breaches trade rules: WTO GENEVA: The United States is flouting international trade rules by imposing a “Made in China” stamp on goods... Published 22 Dec, 2022 05:57am
World EU faces subsidy race with US in trade spat BRUSSELS: EU leaders debated how to protect their industries from subsidised American competition, amid fears of a... Published 16 Dec, 2022 05:58am
World China calls US ‘destroyer’ of global trading system at WTO GENEVA: China accused Washington on Wednesday of using subsidies to prop up national industries and refusing to... Published 14 Dec, 2022 06:09pm
World UAE to host next WTO ministerial meeting GENEVA: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the next major meeting of the World Trade Organization set to take... Published 13 Dec, 2022 06:34pm
World China launches suit at WTO against U.S. chip export curbs: Global Times China on Monday launched a suit at the World Trade Organization over against the United States over its chip export... Published 12 Dec, 2022 11:21pm
World EU steps up WTO case against China over patents, Lithuania BRUSSELS: The European Commission said on Wednesday it had requested the formation of adjudicating panels at the... Published 08 Dec, 2022 09:00am
Business & Finance WTO urges countries to lift green trade barriers GENEVA: The World Trade Organization on Monday urged countries to abolish trade barriers in environmental goods and... Published 07 Nov, 2022 02:22pm
Opinion Mission climate change COP27 meetings in Egypt will start on November 6, but the global conference with its first meeting in 1995 is yet to... Published 04 Nov, 2022 05:56am
Business & Finance WTO chief wants farm trade rules revamp GENEVA: The World Trade Organization’s leader wants an overhaul of farm trade rules, which have been stuck in the... Published 26 Oct, 2022 05:52am
Business & Finance TPL Insurance (WTO) partners with Faysal Bank KARACHI: As part of their aim to provide innovative products and utilize the digital paradigm to redefine takaful,... Published 24 Oct, 2022 05:45am
Editorials Global recession? EDITORIAL: It’s not surprising that the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has also started worrying and warning about... Published 03 Oct, 2022 05:52am
Editorials Tyre smuggling EDITORIAL: The way unchecked smuggling is hurting the tyre industry and the local exchequer alike is just another... Published 02 Oct, 2022 05:48am
Pakistan Asad Majeed likely to be appointed as foreign secretary ISLAMABAD: Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood got retired on Thursday and Asad Majeed Khan is likely to replace him,... Published 30 Sep, 2022 05:52am
Business & Finance WTO chief warns world edging into ‘global recession’ GENEVA: The World Trade Organization’s chief said Tuesday she believes the world is heading towards a global... Published 28 Sep, 2022 05:51am
Pakistan Grant of phytosanitary certificates at Torkham border: PSW and DPP roll out e-processing, issuance system ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Single Window (PSW) in collaboration with the Department of Plant Protection (DPP) successfully... Published 01 Sep, 2022 05:50am
Opinion Price stabilisation and extent of tight monetary policy ‘Today American policymakers face a stark choice. Either, they can fight inflation by continuing to hike interest... Published 19 Aug, 2022 05:57am
Print Import ban on luxury items lifted A ‘mini-budget’ unveiled ahead of IMF board meeting Henceforth, luxury goods to be heavily taxed Govt imposes further tax of Rs36bn on tobacco industry, 5pc sales tax & 7.5pc income tax on small retailers Updated 19 Aug, 2022 09:25am
Business & Finance PM determined to enhance exports for better GDP growth: SAPM ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Effective Governance, Dr Muhammad Jahanzeb Khan has said that... Published 17 Aug, 2022 06:07am
World EU says US plan for EV tax breaks discriminatory, may breach WTO rules BRUSSELS: The European Union said on Thursday it was “deeply concerned” about proposed tax credits for purchases of... Published 11 Aug, 2022 06:33pm
Editorials Missing the window EDITORIAL: Pakistan’s performance during the pandemic was impressive by any standards, but it can’t get any... Published 29 Jul, 2022 06:14am
Print Demand for dollar to ebb: Miftah Says exchange rate situation will reverse Updated 22 Jul, 2022 09:05am