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
CCP Urges PTA to Regulate Temu Over Market Concerns
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has written to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) recommending urgent action against the overseas e-commerce platform Temu. In its official letter dated August 22, 2025, the CCP acknowledged that Temu is not registered in Pakistan and therefore
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
Smart Pakistanis Return To Trusted Local Online Stores.
In a market where price once dictated loyalty, Pakistan’s digital shoppers are starting to re-evaluate their choices. Over the past few weeks, a dramatic shift has been underway. Temu, once known for its ultra-low prices and viral appeal, has lost its pricing edge,
