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Print - 2005-08-12
US MIDDAY: corn firmer on follow-through buying

US MIDDAY: corn firmer on follow-through buying

Corn futures at the Chicago Board of Trade were slightly firmer early Thursday on follow-through from the firm close on Wednesday and supportive export news, traders said. But trade was on the lighter side as firms evened positions and were unwilling to t
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
US MIDDAY: copper turns up on indications

US MIDDAY: copper turns up on indications

New York copper futures started lower on Thursday in response to a large injection of copper at LME warehouses, but then turned up on indications of bullish demand for the red metal, traders said.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
US MIDDAY: soyabeans firm on oversold technical levels

US MIDDAY: soyabeans firm on oversold technical levels

Soyabean futures at the Chicago Board of Trade were higher early Thursday, recovering from this week's sell-off, traders said. August soya was up 2-1/2 cents at $6.46 per bushel and new-crop November was 1-1/4 higher at $6.54 by 10:40 am CDT (1540 GMT).
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
US MIDDAY: gold rallies through short-term resistance

US MIDDAY: gold rallies through short-term resistance

Gold futures in New York raced to a six-week high early on Thursday, breaking through key short-term resistance, as a weak dollar and soaring crude oil attracted investors to hard assets like the precious metals.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Briefing on Income Tax returns

Briefing on Income Tax returns

Central Board of Revenue (CBR) Member (Facilitation and Education) will brief the Pakistan Cotton Ginners Association (PCGA) members and representatives on issues regarding filing Income Tax (IT) returns at a meeting being held in Multan on Thursday (Augu
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Pay, service structure for health officials being reviewed

Pay, service structure for health officials being reviewed

Sindh Health Department (SHD) is in process of evaluating proposals to review salary as well as service structure of Sindh health department officials, with particular reference to doctors, nurses, paramedics, technicians and other hospital based staffers
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Two accused of bomb blast held

Two accused of bomb blast held

Police arrested two accused, allegedly involved in Raknee bomb blast, after an encounter from Jampur, Rajanpur district, while five others managed to escape the scene on late Wednesday night taking advantage of darkness.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Public health programmes in remote areas suggested

Public health programmes in remote areas suggested

Sindh Health Secretary Professor Naushad Shaikh has called upon the NGOs and donors supporting health care programmes to ensure that public welfare schemes should not be duplicated in one or specific parts of the province while several other districts rem
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Israelis strive for common ground over Gaza divide

Israelis strive for common ground over Gaza divide

Left wing Israelis and Jewish settlers struggled to find some common ground during a heated debate on a sand dune in the Gaza Strip ahead of Israel's planned pullout from the occupied territory. "We don't even get each other's jokes," complained Hagit Bar
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Official mourning

Official mourning

The Government had gone into seven-day official mourning on the sad demise of King Fahd, though the Saudis themselves had announced only a three-day mourning in the kingdom. However, I see no signs of gloom anywhere around, except the Hilali Parcham flyin
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Mismanagement in FPCCI

Mismanagement in FPCCI

The employees working in the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) headquarters in Karachi are facing tremendous pressure since Secretary General Dr Khalid Amin, was appointed by the immediate past president Riaz Ahmed Tata. Six
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Japan's military feats dealt fatal blow to colonialism in Asia

Japan's military feats dealt fatal blow to colonialism in Asia

Lee Kuan Yew had just turned 19 when he learned the most important political lesson of his life. The young man who would later rule Singapore with an iron hand said he saw "the meaning of power" when Japanese troops crushed British-led forces to seize the
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Dishonoured cheques no more a criminal offence

Dishonoured cheques no more a criminal offence

Section 489-F P.P.C., which has been inserted in the Pakistan Criminal Code, 1860 (PPC) pertaining to the action of dishonoured cheques as a criminal offence by virtue of Presidential Criminal Amendments Ordinance No LXXXV of 2002 promulgated on 25th Octo
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Onward with Pak-China trade facilitation

Onward with Pak-China trade facilitation

Coming in the midst of mounting apprehensions the world over on what is being, generally, viewed as 'invasion' of Chinese goods, in the global market, it is heartening to learn that Pakistan and China have finalised two separate lists of 52 items, on whic
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Foreign funding for PSDP

Foreign funding for PSDP

As informed sources disclosed to Business Recorder, the government is proactively seeking foreign funding for its Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). There is no doubt that the country remains severely deficient in physical and social infra
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
JRF to hold function on August 13

JRF to hold function on August 13

Jinnah Rafi Foundation Chairman Imtiaz Rafi Butt will be hosting a function to mark the 58th Independence Day of Pakistan on August 13 (Saturday) at Aiwan-e-Rafi, 8-Zafar Road Lahore Cantt, says a press release. Prominent people from all walks of life inc
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
CRA holding debate on import from India

CRA holding debate on import from India

Citizens Rights Association (CRA) is holding a round table debate on the government's latest initiative of importing essential goods from India at a local hotel on Friday August 12.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
NGOs urged to focus on self-accountability

NGOs urged to focus on self-accountability

The Fountain House Honorary Executive Director Professor Dr Haroon Rashid Chaudhry said all NGOs should do their self-accountability and consider their problems as challenge and solve them by mutual understanding. He declared next meeting of the Council w
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Ghotki rail tragedy report sent to Prime Minister

Ghotki rail tragedy report sent to Prime Minister

The Ghotki train tragedy enquiry report had been sent to the Prime Minister and those found responsible in the triple train crash would be duly punished, said Minister of State for Railways, Ishaq Khan Khakwani.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
US lauds Pakistan's role in global war on terror

US lauds Pakistan's role in global war on terror

The United States on Wednesday commended Pakistan for its role in the ongoing global fight against terrorism. Deputy Spokesman of the State Department, Adam Ereli said "both,Pakistan and the United States are working together as partners in global war on
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Government accused of using state machinery in local bodies' polls

Government accused of using state machinery in local bodies' polls

Pakistan Peoples Party said the government has become desperate in stopping the PPP-backed Awam Dost candidates from contesting the local government elections and it was misusing Zakat & bait-ul-maal funds and DPOs, DCOs, and SHOs are being transferred at
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Kuwait disallows trade visas shift to work permits

Kuwait disallows trade visas shift to work permits

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour, Kuwait has refused to transfer commercial visit visas of some nationalities including Pakistanis to work permits, confirmed various embassies in Kuwait.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Commerce minister asked to interfere in PHDEB affairs

Commerce minister asked to interfere in PHDEB affairs

Expressing concern over the performance of Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Board (PHDEB), a 10-time export trophy winner, Saadat Ejaz Qureshi has asked the government to intervene immediately in the Board's affairs for promotion of fruit and ho
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Construction work on special children's block starts

Construction work on special children's block starts

Provincial Advisor on Children Rights Dr Faiza Asghar has said in order to provide educational and recreational facility under one roof on the direction of Punjab Chief Minister, the implementation on project of construction of special children's block ha
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
DROs asked to ensure transparency in local bodies' polls

DROs asked to ensure transparency in local bodies' polls

Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan (CEC) Justice Abdul Hameed Dogar has directed that the District Returning Officers (DROs) must ensure secrecy of the ballot to reflect impartiality and transparency in the forthcoming conduct of the Local Government
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Supreme Court issues notice to AGP

Supreme Court issues notice to AGP

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has issued notice to Punjab Advocate General in an election petition filed by one Shaukat Ali of Faisalabad contesting the local bodies election for the office of Nazim, challenging the decision of the Lahore High Court (LHC)
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Public-private partnership in healthcare offered

Public-private partnership in healthcare offered

Punjab Health Minister Dr Tahir Ali Javed has said government was extending all out encouragement and patronage to the institutions engaged in public welfare oriented activities like health, education and other social sectors.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
WHO may designate UHS as collaborating center

WHO may designate UHS as collaborating center

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) has earned international recognition, as World Health Organisation (WHO) is in the process of designating UHS as its collaborating center for medical education, research and training.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
LHC allows local bodies' candidate to contest poll

LHC allows local bodies' candidate to contest poll

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has allowed one Rana Sajjad Munir to contest election for the office of nazim in Toba Tek Singh, and observed that a defaulter could not be stopped from contesting poll until a court did not issue decree against him.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
New sales tax system under SRO 666 (1) discussed

New sales tax system under SRO 666 (1) discussed

Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in collaboration with Collectorate of Sales Tax and Central Excise Lahore arranged a marathon three-hour long session with manufacturers, importers and other businessmen to discuss the implementation of post
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
LTE stall attracts big crowds

LTE stall attracts big crowds

Big crowds were seen on the stall of LT Engineering, the pioneer of Optical Fiber Technology in Pakistan. The company has saved the country million of dollars worth of foreign exchange by substituting imports of Optical Fiber Cable. It has established Opt
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
PML-N slams police action

PML-N slams police action

The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), slamming the police raid on election office of PML-N backing candidates and arrest of two leaders Rana Mehmood-ul-Hassan, MNA and Rao Anis-ur-Rehman from there, termed the mishandling a move to keep the opposition
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
China welcomes Pak-India CBMs

China welcomes Pak-India CBMs

China welcomed the decision taken by Pakistan and India to uphold cease-fire at the Line of Control (LoC), desist from setting up new posts in Kashmir and maintain agreement on airspace violations.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
10 districts of Punjab declared sensitive for local bodies' polls

10 districts of Punjab declared sensitive for local bodies' polls

Ten districts of Punjab including Faisalabad have been declared sensitive for the local bodies elections in the province. According to an official source, in a high level meeting it was decided to call troops in 10 districts of Punjab including Jhang, D.G
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Arrangements being made to celebrate Independence Day

Arrangements being made to celebrate Independence Day

All the arrangements are being finalised in the provincial capital to celebrate the 58th independence Day with great enthusiasm and renewed commitment to make Pakistan prosperous, strong and progressive.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
NWFP launches GIS to facilitate investment in mineral sector

NWFP launches GIS to facilitate investment in mineral sector

The Directorate of Mines and Minerals NWFP launched the pilot project of Geographical Information System (GIS) to facilitate the investors for mineral exploration and mining in NWFP and Development and launching of Website, Director General Mines and Mine
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
1,317 polling stations and 5,479 booths in Sialkot

1,317 polling stations and 5,479 booths in Sialkot

As many as 1,317 polling stations and 5,479 polling booths would be established during local bodies polls scheduled to be held on August 18th in Sialkot, Daska, Pasrur and Sambrial tehsils of Sialkot district.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Arrangements finalised to celebrate Independence Day

Arrangements finalised to celebrate Independence Day

All necessary arrangements have been finalised for celebrating Independence Day with usual enthusiasm and zeal in Sialkot, Daska, Pasrur and Sambrial tehsils of Sialkot district on August 14th.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Minfal working on rural modernisation plan

Minfal working on rural modernisation plan

Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock is actively working for implementation of a comprehensive programme for Capacity Building and Rural Modernisation to develop a holistic and integrated vision and provincial strategies for rural modernisation.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Thursday (August 11) and the forecast for Friday (August 12, 2005).
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

Thursday's closing prices of New York cotton in US cents/lb.

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Syed Hussain to deliver lecture

Syed Hussain to deliver lecture

Dr Syed Hussain Imam, Senior Scientist/Research Chemist at the USDA-ARS, Western Regional Research Center, California (USA) will deliver a lecture on Agriculture and globalisation: subsidies and their impact on developing countries. The programme, arrange
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
New York cotton

New York cotton

Thursday's closing prices of New York cotton in US cents/lb.

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
NCEAC director honoured

NCEAC director honoured

The Director, National Cantre of Excellence in Analytical Chemistry (NCEAC), Sindh University, Jamshoro, Professor Dr Muhammad Iqbal Bhanghar, has been awarded "Professor Dr Atta-ur-Rehman gold medal 2005 in chemistry" by the Pakistan Academy of Sciences,
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Chinese cooperation in socio-economic sector discussed

Chinese cooperation in socio-economic sector discussed

A delegation of Sindh Members of Provincial Assembly (MPAs) and a group of Chinese officials and elected representatives met here on Thursday and discussed various proposals to further strengthen their ongoing co-operation in socio-economic sector. The tw
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Bullion Rates

Bullion Rates

Gold and silver rates in rupees per 10 grams prevailing in major cities on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
'Pakistan leads in South Asia in women empowerment'

'Pakistan leads in South Asia in women empowerment'

Pakistan has left behind India in empowerment of women and thousands of its elected female councillors will have a profound impact on changing cultural milleu of the society, said Allama Iqbal Fellow at Cambridge University, Dr Dushka H Saiyid.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Key stock market movements at 1700 GMT on August 11

Key stock market movements at 1700 GMT on August 11

The latest close of key indices on major world stock exchanges and the London closing values of the euro, the Japanese yen, the British pound and gold bullion (previous day's closes in brackets).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Agriculture high-ups advised to protect cotton crop

Agriculture high-ups advised to protect cotton crop

Punjab Minister for Agriculture Arshad Khan Lodhi has directed the Director General (Extension) and Director Pest Warning to spend their maximum time in the cotton growing areas for providing guidance to cotton growers.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Reap demands 50 percent rebate on rice export to Bangladesh

Reap demands 50 percent rebate on rice export to Bangladesh

The Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (Reap) has demanded of the government to accord 50 per cent Freight Subsidy, Export Subsidy and relief in duty and taxes pertaining to rice export to Bangladesh.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
JOVCL placed on 'rating watch'

JOVCL placed on 'rating watch'

In view of the change in the shareholding pattern and resulting change in management control of Javed Omer Vohra & Company Limited (JOVCL), JCR-VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has placed the entity ratings of A/A-1 (single A/A-one) assigned to JOVCL on
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
JOVCL placed on 'rating watch'

JOVCL placed on 'rating watch'

In view of the change in the shareholding pattern and resulting change in management control of Javed Omer Vohra & Company Limited (JOVCL), JCR-VIS Credit Rating Company Limited has placed the entity ratings of A/A-1 (single A/A-one) assigned to JOVCL on
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Cotton Spot Rates

Cotton Spot Rates

Official KCA spot rates for local dealings in Pakistan rupees on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KCCI election schedule likely by month-end

KCCI election schedule likely by month-end

The election schedule of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) is likely to be announced by end of this month. However, elections are to be held in coming September for the year 2005-06 The elections will be held on ten managing committee seats
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Poultry rates

Poultry rates

Wholesale poultry rates on Thursday (August 11, 2005) and Friday (August 12, 2005).
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
KW&SB embarks upon reform programme

KW&SB embarks upon reform programme

Karachi Water & Sewerage Board (KW&SB) embarks upon a massive reform programme to improve the service of the utility. "The action plan of these reforms will be submitted to the government by the end of October this year," KW&SB Managing Director Brigadier
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Habib Bank launches visa debit card

Habib Bank launches visa debit card

The Habib Bank Limited (HBL) launched its value visa debit card in the presence of media and other invited guests at its head office on Thursday. R. Zakir Mahmood, president and CEO of the bank, claimed the launching of the latest debit card was another o
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
'Government committed to providing more medical facilities'

'Government committed to providing more medical facilities'

Senate chairman Muhammadmian Soomro has said the government is committed to providing more medical facilities to the people throughout the country, especially in the rural areas. He was speaking during his visit to Tabba Heart Institute Karachi built by A
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Lahore Grain Market Rates

Lahore Grain Market Rates

Grain and other commodity rates in rupees on Akbari Mandi on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Control room set up for local bodies' polls

Control room set up for local bodies' polls

A control room has been established in the home department for monitoring the law and order situation during forthcoming local bodies' election in Sindh. The control room will work round the clock.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Election campaign in full swing amid tension

Election campaign in full swing amid tension

The campaigns of the local government polls have begun to attract people who now assemble at the offices of their candidates but not without risking their lives in some of the areas where tension between rival candidates is high.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Shipping Intelligence

Shipping Intelligence

Karachi Shipping Intelligence report incorporating changes till 7 am on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Polling in Sargodha's UC 139 rescheduled

Polling in Sargodha's UC 139 rescheduled

The Election Commission on Wednesday rescheduled the polling in Union Council 139 of Sargodha due to death of contestants for the seat of Nazim.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Local holidays announced

Local holidays announced

Home Minister Sindh Rauf Siddiqi has said that local holiday will be observed in 11 districts on August 18 while in remaining 12 districts local holiday will be observed on August 25.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
THE RUPEE: all round gains in currency trade

THE RUPEE: all round gains in currency trade

The official rupee-dollar parity rates firmed in the interbank market for buying and selling at 59.67 and 59.68, respectively. Slight decline in the dollar demand by the importers helped the rupee to retain its firmness in the interbank market, dealers sa
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Infected betel nuts make their way in Pakistan

Infected betel nuts make their way in Pakistan

A large number of infected betel nuts had already made their way in the country and more would soon be selling to packers, makers of sweet Supari and other pan outlets, which is the root cause of cancer and other hazardous diseases.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
THE RUPEE: all round gains in currency trade

THE RUPEE: all round gains in currency trade

The official rupee-dollar parity rates firmed in the interbank market for buying and selling at 59.67 and 59.68, respectively. Slight decline in the dollar demand by the importers helped the rupee to retain its firmness in the interbank market, dealers sa
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Presiding officers given magisterial powers

Presiding officers given magisterial powers

Acting Chief Election Commissioner Justice Abdu1 Hameed Dogar on Thursday bestowed magisterial powers on all presiding officers for conducting fair, free, and impartial first and second-phase of local government elections across the country.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Textile Weaving: SAMIN TEXTILES LIMITED - Half year ended March 31, 2005

Textile Weaving: SAMIN TEXTILES LIMITED - Half year ended March 31, 2005

STL is a public limited company belonging to one of the leading industrial groups in Pakistan whose other associated companies are Kohinoor Genertek Limited, Security General Insurance Company Ltd Samin Textiles Limited is listed on stock exchanges at Lah
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Textile Weaving: SAMIN TEXTILES LIMITED - Half year ended March 31, 2005

Textile Weaving: SAMIN TEXTILES LIMITED - Half year ended March 31, 2005

STL is a public limited company belonging to one of the leading industrial groups in Pakistan whose other associated companies are Kohinoor Genertek Limited, Security General Insurance Company Ltd Samin Textiles Limited is listed on stock exchanges at Lah
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
'Rs 80 million to be spent on Peshawar suburban roads' improvement'

'Rs 80 million to be spent on Peshawar suburban roads' improvement'

The NWFP Chief Minister Akram Khan Durrani has said the dilapidated roads of Peshawar and its suburbs would be improved at a cost of Rs 8o million within two weeks adding lethargy on the part of government officials would not be tolerated in that regard.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
No Pak-UK extradition treaty yet: foreign office

No Pak-UK extradition treaty yet: foreign office

Foreign Office Spokesman Muhammad Naeem Khan on Thursday denied media reports that Pakistan has quietly signed an extradition treaty with the United Kingdom (UK). The impression arising from the reports is wrong, the spokesman said.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
UK Kashmiris observe one-minute silence

UK Kashmiris observe one-minute silence

British Kashmiris at a special meeting at Kashmir Centre here late Wednesday observed one minute silence to pay tributes to the victims of the London bombings and condemned terrorism in all its forms and dimensions.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
All shares index report

All shares index report

The sector-wise all shares index report on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Sindh has not furnished list of sensitive polling stations yet

Sindh has not furnished list of sensitive polling stations yet

The Sindh government has not provided list of sensitive polling stations to the election commission, sources told Business Recorder. The election commission has asked the Sindh chief secretary to immediately provide list of sensitive polling statio
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Member To Member

Member To Member

Members have subsequently reported the transactions on Thursday (August 11, 2005).

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
CEC warns government officials against interference

CEC warns government officials against interference

Chief Election Commissioner Justice Abdul Hameed Dogar said on Wednesday the interference of the government functionaries would not be tolerated in the Local Government (LG) election.
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
BOARD MEETINGS

BOARD MEETINGS

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
PML-Q accused of using state resources in local bodies' polls

PML-Q accused of using state resources in local bodies' polls

The ruling Pakistan Muslim League (Q) and its allies in the government are accused of utilising state resources to help their candidates win in the upcoming local body polls. Secretary General of the Punjab Alliance for Restoration of Democracy (ARD) Punj
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Board Meetings

Board Meetings

Board Meetings of Companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus Announcements

Dividend/Bonus announcements by the companies listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange.

Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
FOREIGN TRADE INQUIRIES

FOREIGN TRADE INQUIRIES

Export Promotion Bureau has received the following Trade Enquiries from abroad. Interested Pakistani parties dealing in the under mentioned items can obtain further details from the addresses given or from EPB Head Quarters and its Regional/Sub-Regional O
Published 12 Aug, 2005 12:00am
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