Pakistan Sets Sights on Top 10 Economy by 2047: Minister Calls for Collaboration, Stresses Challenges at SDG Conference Pakistan Aims for Top 10 Spot by 2047: Minister’s Bold Vision Pakistan’s Minister for Planning, Development and Reforms, Ahsan Iqbal, has set an ambitious goal for the nation’s future. Speaking at a Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Conference…
A Shadow on the Snows: Pakistan’s Melting Glaciers Threaten a Way of Life A Treacherous Trek to Pakistan’s First Organic Village The unforgiving mountain path stretched before me, a rugged, steep climb that snaked along the unforgiving slopes of Mindoq-Khar, near Skardu’s historic Kharpocho Fort. The one-hour trek tested my endurance, but the fear that…
High Stakes Negotiations: Pakistan and IMF Brace for Crucial Talks on Bailout Package The stage is set for a high-stakes negotiation between Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as a crucial round of talks kick off today in Islamabad. With Pakistan seeking a larger and longer bailout package under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF),…
In a groundbreaking development, the retail volume of Chinese domestic new energy vehicles (NEVs) soared past 260,000 units in the first half of April. This remarkable surge marks a substantial 32% year-on-year increase, as reported by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). More significantly, it signifies a historic moment as NEVs outpaced conventional fuel vehicles…
In a year marked by deadly heatwave, floods, and wildfires, 2023 is on track to become the warmest year on record, according to new data. Recent findings suggest that it is now “virtually certain” that this year will go down in history for its unprecedented heat. These predictions come on the heels of an “exceptional”…
As major corporations like Amazon intensify their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint, they’re exerting pressure on their suppliers to follow suit. Starting in 2024, Amazon will require its suppliers to share emissions data, set emissions goals, and report on their progress, aligning with the actions of other industry giants like Microsoft, Walmart, and Apple,…
In the past forty years, China has witnessed remarkable strides in food security, bolstered by reforms, technological advancements, and robust investment in agricultural infrastructure. Despite this progress, evolving demands for high-value and protein-rich products, coupled with climate-induced adversities, continue to pose significant challenges. Extreme weather events, dwindling land and water resources, an aging rural population,…
