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Strategic Review of CPEC Projects Chaired by Minister Ahsan Iqbal in Preparation for Mid-October Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit
2Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Strategic Review of CPEC Projects Chaired by Minister Ahsan Iqbal in Preparation for Mid-October Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit

Strategic Review of CPEC Projects Chaired by Minister Ahsan Iqbal in Preparation for Mid-October Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit Ahead of the mid-October Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, a high-level review meeting on China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects was convened under the chairmanship of Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal. The meeting brought together Secretaries and Additional Secretaries from all relevant ministries, reflecting a unified and collaborative approach towards enhancing the bilateral relationship with China. During the session, an extensive briefing was given on the progress of ongoing CPEC projects. In anticipation of the forthcoming visit of the Chinese Premier, the discussions cent...
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Prof. Ahsan Iqbal unveils ICMA’s Book on ‘Economic Vision and Strategy’ and supports its inclusion in the National Economic Revival Plan
31Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prof. Ahsan Iqbal unveils ICMA’s Book on ‘Economic Vision and Strategy’ and supports its inclusion in the National Economic Revival Plan

Prof. Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, was the Chief Guest at the book launch held today at the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMA) Lahore campus. During the ceremony, he unveiled ICMA’s new publication, Economic Vision and Strategy: Building a Brighter Future for Pakistan, developed by the Research and Publications Department of ICMA. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Ahsan Iqbal thanked ICMA for releasing a document that addresses the country's challenges and offers a strategic plan with a roadmap to guide the Pakistani economy toward progress. He appreciated the book's timely release, as the government is finalizing its five-year economic revival plan, which will soon be presented by the Prime Minister. He...
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference
21Aug By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference

Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal Highlights Digital Empowerment at National Conference Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal, delivered a keynote address at the national conference on "Empowering Pakistan through Digitalization." During his speech, the Minister emphasized the government's commitment to laying the foundation for rapid progress through digital transformation. He noted that the modern world has already undergone significant changes driven by digital technology, making the digital revolution a hallmark of contemporary development. Speaking at the seminar, Mr. Ahsan Iqbal remarked, "The digital revolution has redefined every aspect of our lives. Today, we are no longer confined to specific regions or locales but are part of a v...
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Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives organized the Pakistan Development Summit
15May By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives organized the Pakistan Development Summit

Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives organized the Pakistan Development Summit The Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives organized the Pakistan Development Summit, which brought together leading experts from various fields to deliberate on the effective implementation of a comprehensive framework for economic growth and development. Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Reforms, Ahsan Iqbal, emphasized that Pakistan is rich in all forms of wealth, but development is impossible without peace and political stability. He hailed projects like CPEC as gifts for the nation and underscored the need for a comprehensive national economic charter to ensure sustained progress. The Minister stressed the importance of efficient resource utili...
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The Gwadar Power Plant will soon be operating: Ahsan Iqbal
27Mar By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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The Gwadar Power Plant will soon be operating: Ahsan Iqbal

The Gwadar Power Plant will soon be operating: Ahsan Iqbal Professor Ahsan Iqbal, the federal minister for planning, development, and special initiatives, gave the relevant authorities instructions to speed up the building of the Gwadar Power Plant on Tuesday. As the minister presided over a meeting to assess the Gwadar Power Plant's development, he gave these instructions. The meeting was attended by ministry officials, Mr. Yang Guangyuan, the Chinese embassy's commercial minister counsellor, the managing director of the Private Power Infrastructure Board (PPIB), and other pertinent parties. It is observed that M/s CIHC Pak Power Company (Pvt) Limited (CPPCL) is developing a 300 MW coal power plant at Gwadar, which PPIB is handling. The project is highly significant for the regio...
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