PIA reports its first profit in 21 years with a Rs26.2 billion net profit in 2024 and plans to privatize the airline.
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Pakistan Commits To PIA Sale By July, Roosevelt Hotel’s Fate Remains Uncertain
Pakistan plans to privatize PIA by July, with Roosevelt Hotel’s fate uncertain amid a terminated $228M lease deal in New York.
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First Commercial Flight Lands at New Gwadar International Airport
PIA flight lands at New Gwadar International Airport, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s aviation and economic development.
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Pakistan’s PM Orders Probe into National Airline’s Advertisement Resembling 9/11 Imagery
PM Shehbaz Sharif orders probe into PIA advertisement sparking controversy over 9/11 imagery on flight to Paris.
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PIA Resumes Direct Flights to Europe After EU Lifts Ban
PIA resumes direct flights to Europe after the EU lifts a 4-year safety ban, marking a significant recovery for the airline’s operations.
Pakistan to hold final bidding for national airline with shortlist of one
The bidding for the national airline opens Thursday, with only one participant amid concerns over policy continuity.
PIA flight steward suspended for smuggling 16 mobile phones
PIA flight steward suspended for smuggling 16 mobile phones from Canada, raising concerns over airline operational integrity.