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Alibaba.com, a leading global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platform, today announced the launch of Trade Assurance in Pakistan, enabling local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to trade with enhanced confidence. With this launch, Pakistan joins the ranks of a select few markets where Alibaba.com has introduced this valued service for suppliers. The launch was announced at the 2025 Alibaba.com Pakistan Supplier Export Summit, held in Sialkot, a hub of industrial excellence. At the event, Alibaba.com shared insights into the growth opportunities and emerging trends within the global apparel industry, which is projected to reach a market size of $1.79 trillion in…

IBA proudly conducted the “Winter Immersion Program 2024” at the City Campus, which was organized in collaboration with IBA’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (IBA-CED). The program brought together renowned international trainers to shed light on the importance of entrepreneurship education, research, and incubation management in academia. Dr. S Akbar Zaidi, Executive Director, IBA Karachi, delivered the keynote address. He highlighted that there needs to be an overhaul of the curriculum taught to students to consider the ever-evolving realm of entrepreneurship. Dr. Zaidi added, “Workshops such as this allow participants to think creatively to keep up with changing trends in business.” …

*Matiari, Sindh, December 19, 2024*- The Legal Aid Society (LAS), in partnership with the Government of Sindh, the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), and the Sindh Police, proudly inaugurated Markaz-e-Falah-o-Behbood-e-Niswan (Center for Empowerment and Welfare of Women) in Village Faqeer Nouh Hothiyani, Hala Tehsil, Matiari District. This community-based center provides a safe space for women and girls affected by gender-based violence (GBV), offering multi-sectoral services such as legal aid, psychosocial support, and financial literacy training. The initiative addresses the root causes of vulnerability, such as economic dependence and lack of awareness about legal rights, aiming to empower women and…

Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, has launched its inaugural Sustainability Report for Pakistan, serving as a local supplement to its FY23 global Sustainability Report. The report underscored the company’s commitment to environmental, social, and economic sustainability in the country. The launch event, held in Islamabad, brought together key government officials, diplomats, and policymakers. Mr. Hammad Shameemi, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Pakistan faces significant challenges, including unclear environmental policies, resource scarcity, and inadequate waste management, recycling, and transportation infrastructure. Despite these challenges, Tetra…

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the MENA region, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jyothi Bathula as the Global Head of Mashreq Global Network (MGN) & Managing Director of MGN India. In her new role, Jyothi will oversee the operations of Mashreq Global Network (Mashreq’s Distributed Workforce platform), and its operational set-ups in India, Pakistan and Egypt, ensuring it continues to deliver dynamic, high-quality talent and services to support Mashreq’s strategic, digital, and operational goals. With a professional career spanning over 20 years, Jyothi brings extensive experience in banking and technology services. Prior to joining Mashreq,…

In a groundbreaking step towards digitalization, Telenor Pakistan has signed Pakistan’s first-ever tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement smart metering at its Base Transceiver Station (BTS) sites across Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJ&K). The initiative aims to empower societies by leveraging smart metering technology to enhance energy efficiency and ensure consumption accuracy. The tripartite agreement brings together Telenor Pakistan, Government of AJ&K and SBEEC to pilot a smart metering solution enabling both consumers and the power distribution company to monitor electricity consumption in real time. The solution will help ensure precise billing, minimize energy wastage by monitoring usage patterns…

In a proud moment for Pakistan and the global healthcare community, Dr Zulfiqar Ahmed Bhutta, a global leader in maternal and child health, has been appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada, one of the country’s most prestigious civilian honours. This recognition celebrates Dr Bhutta’s exceptional contributions to global health, particularly in underserved communities across South Asia, Africa, and beyond. Dr Bhutta’s groundbreaking research has transformed public health policies worldwide and improved countless lives. His work on community health systems, including Pakistan’s Lady Health Worker programme, is regarded as a global model for empowering frontline health workers. Speaking…

The highly anticipated Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2024 began today with its empowering theme, “Ikhtiyar Khud Pe”, aimed at guiding the youth towards leadership, responsibility, and social impact. Commencing the event, renowned trainers from School of Leadership, Kamran Z. Rizvi and Fatema Kausar Ali, set the tone for a transformative journey of self-awareness, leadership, and collective action. The opening ceremony featured a powerful national anthem and an impact video, followed by the “Mark Your Roots” activity, where participants marked their hometowns on a map wall to celebrate diversity and inclusion. Next, the day featured a presentation by EBM representative, Zoha…

The Vogue Dental and Aesthetics Clinic opened its doors on 17 December 2024 in Lahore. The grand launch event was attended by a number of celebrities and YouTubers. [insta url=”https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDuZOGPIQ8t”] Following a series of captivating social media posts coming soon, banners have left a large audience anxious, further fueling the anticipation.The clinic is co-owned by Dr. Maha Farman and her husband. Dr. Maha is a seasoned dental surgeon and aesthetic physician with years of experience in the industry. She holds an Aesthetic diploma from the Royal Academy, an accredited American academy, and has also participated in C orthodontics and C…

Zong 4G, Pakistan’s leading digital services provider, proudly partnered with Google Developer Groups (GDG) Islamabad as the official Tech Partner for DevFest’24 Islamabad. This flagship developer conference, hosted at the prestigious Pearl Continental Hotel Rawalpindi, brought together over 650 developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders to explore the theme of “#ResponsibleAI”. As part of the event, Andleeb Aslam, Zong’s Head of Communications & Sustainability, represented the company on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Panel, sharing insights on fostering inclusivity and ethical leadership within the tech sector. In addition, an AI Specialist from Zong delivered a powerful session on the…