Pakistan Set to Launch Its First Hyperspectral Imaging Satellite
The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced the upcoming launch of Pakistan’s first Hyperspectral Satellite (HS-1) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center (JSLC), China, scheduled for 19 October 2025. In the agriculture sector, HS-1 will enable precision farming through high-resolution
Pakistan Strengthens Debt Sustainability with Lower Debt-to-GDP Ratio and Early Repayments: Ministry of Finance
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Tuesday said Pakistan’s debt management strategy remains focused on reducing the debt-to-GDP ratio, cutting refinancing risks, and saving interest costs to ensure long-term fiscal stability. In a statement, the ministry dismissed concerns over the absolute size of
Government Proposes Amendments to PERA Act to Strengthen Foreign Investment Protections
The government is planning significant amendments to the Protection of Economic Reform Act (PERA) 1992, aiming to provide robust protection for foreign exchange remitted from abroad when invested in Pakistan’s industrial sector. The proposed changes are part of the draft Industrial Policy, which
PTA Announces Imminent 5G Launch, Satellite Internet to Follow
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major General (Retd) Hafeez ur Rehman has stressed the need to embrace rapidly emerging technologies while ensuring public trust and robust cybersecurity measures. Speaking at a cybersecurity workshop and awards ceremony, the PTA chief said the authority is
