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US Tariffs May Cost Pakistan $4.2B in 5 Years, $800M Hit in 2024 Alone
Pakistan faces $0.8bn export loss in 2024 as US slaps 39% tariff; LSE says trade diversion may offer partial relief.
Pakistan faces $0.8bn export loss in 2024 as US slaps 39% tariff; LSE says trade diversion may offer partial relief.
Pakistan to send high-level delegation to US to discuss 29% tariff, boost trade ties, and attract investment in mineral sector.
India ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports via land borders, citing congestion and trade disruptions.
Trump pauses global tariffs for 90 days, hikes China’s to 125%, triggering global reactions and market volatility.
EU backs first retaliatory tariffs on US goods over Trump’s levies, targeting $24B in imports across three phases.
China hits back at US tariff hikes with 84% tariffs, export bans, and WTO complaint, vowing to defend trade interests.
UAE eases visa rules for Pakistani citizens, introducing a 5-year multiple-entry visa, boosting travel and business opportunities.
Pakistan and Turkiye sign a joint bidding agreement for offshore oil exploration, while NRL uncovers copper-gold reserves.
PIA reports its first profit in 21 years with a Rs26.2 billion net profit in 2024 and plans to privatize the airline.
ADB revises Bangladesh’s GDP growth forecast to 3.9% for FY25, citing economic challenges and political instability.