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ECC accords conditional approval to 0.1 mln sugar exports

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Muhammad Ashraf Wani
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP):The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the cabinet here on Thursday gave conditional approval to the export of an additional 0.100 million metric tons of sugar, the summary for which was submitted by the Ministry of Industries and Production.

According to press release issued by finance ministry, the ECC put condition that in view of procedural delays encountered during export of sugar, the period allowed for export of sugar from the date of allocation of quota by respective Cane Commissioner should be extended from forty-five (45) days to sixty (60) days.

In addition, it said, export proceeds should be received in advance in case of Afghanistan only through banking channel however, export proceeds in case of LC may be allowed within a period of 60 days of opening of LC for export of sugar to other destinations.

It said, the benchmark for retail price of sugar may be delinked from the permission to export sugar as retail price is not directly under the control of sugar mills.

The condition of revoking of export quota in case of non-payment of dues of the growers from proceeds of export of sugar should be applicable only to the non-compliant mills rather than PMSA as a whole, it added.

Moreover, the ECC decided to monitor the market situation on a monthly basis and review its decision as per emerging needs, and instructed the Sugar Advisory Board to develop a comprehensive sugar policy within two months to address the sector’s challenges and ensure sustainable growth.

Meanwhile, the ECC also considered and approved the following Technical Supplementary Grants including Rs. 276.250 million in favor of the Ministry of Interior to HQ Frontier Corps KP (N) TSG for Project Implementation Letters (PILs).

It also approved Rs. 1951.995 million on account of payment of security charges – Reko Diq Project to Frontier Corps Balochistan (South) and Rs. 20 billion as a special allocation for Operation Azm-e-Istehkam during CFY 2024-25.

Among others, the meeting was attended by Minister for Industries & Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain; Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan; Minister for Privatization, Abdul Aleem Khan; Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal Chauhdry; Minister for Economic Affairs, Ahad Khan Cheema; Minister for Petroleum, Mussadiq Masood Malik; Minister for Power, Sardar Awais Khan Leghari; Dy Chairman Planning Commission, Federal Secretaries, and other senior officials of the relevant ministries.

Secretary Industries directs allocation of land for cold storage

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Imran Munir
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PESHAWAR, Aug 22 (APP):Secretary Industries, Commerce and Technical Education Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Aamir Afaq has directed Small Industries Development Board (SIDB) to allocate land for cold storage in the new industrial estate as a common facilitation centre.
He issued these directives during a briefing here at SIDB headquarters on Thursday. Managing Director (MD) SIDB, Habib Ullah Arif gave him a detailed briefing the operation of the board. Besides, Deputy Managing Directors (DMDs) Zulfikar Ali Sahibzada and Nauman Fayyaz, Director (Finance) Mohammad Sher, Assistant Director Attiq-ur-Rehman were also present on the occasion.
He said that though traditional industries are running successfully in the province, but there is a need to promote industries in the new sectors also.
He said that the purpose of their efforts is to attract investors towards industrialization and provide them the required facilitation. So, to not only usher economic development rather also generate employment opportunities for the people.
During the briefing MD SIDB informed the Secretary Industries that construction work on all new projects particularly Industrial Park Peshawar is in full swing and investors have given robust response in making investment and more response is expected when the results of the construction of the new state are revealed.

Health ministers inaugurate ‘Early Disease Warning Centre’ at IPH

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Imran Munir
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LAHORE, Aug 22 (APP):Punjab Health Ministers Khawaja Salman Rafique and Khawaja Imran Nazir inaugurated the ‘Early Disease Warning Centre’ at the Institute of Public Health (IPH) on Thursday, marking a significant step in the province’s public health initiatives.
During the inaugural ceremony, Khawaja Salman emphasized the importance of the new center, stating that it would serve as a critical hub for monitoring and managing disease outbreaks. He announced that a specialized dashboard for tracking monkeypox and other diseases is being developed at the center. Additionally, airports across Punjab have been instructed to implement passenger screening procedures as a precautionary measure.
He reassured the public that no cases of monkeypox have been reported in Punjab to date. He further highlighted that nine centers have been established in key cities including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Sialkot, and Bahawalpur to bolster the province’s disease monitoring capabilities. Instructions have also been issued to Children’s Hospitals in Lahore, Faisalabad, and Multan to ensure preparedness.
Expressing gratitude, he thanked former health minister Professor Javed Akram for his technical support in setting up the center.
Khawaja Imran Nazir, speaking at the event, highlighted the critical role the Early Disease Warning Center will play in compiling and analyzing statistics on monkeypox and other diseases. He stressed that all relevant institutions have been directed to remain vigilant and ensure the availability of isolation wards and vaccines in government hospitals.
In his address, Professor Javed Akram confirmed the ongoing support from a technical group dedicated to providing expertise on monkeypox and other public health threats.
The event was attended by Additional Secretary Technical Dr. Waseem from the Department of Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education, Professor Mohsin Aftab, and other faculty members. Both health ministers also met with the staff of the Early Disease Warning Center to review the monitoring systems in place.

Ahsan seeks solution to carry 500 cusecs of water from Kachhi canal in two months

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NNPS Desk
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ISLAMABAD, Aug 22 (APP): Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday chaired a meeting on the Kachhi Canal project, which would irrigate 713,000 acres of land in Balochistan.

The meeting was attended among others by Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti, provincial ministers and officials via video link, according to a news release.

The Member Planning Infrastructure briefed the meeting attendees on the Kachhi Canal project.

Ahsan Iqbal directed experts to submit workable solutions for carrying 400-500 cusecs of water from the canal within two months.

He emphasized the importance of restoring the canal and reviving the 500 cusecs of water before developing a strategy to address future flood situations.

The minister stressed that providing water to the local population was a top priority for the government.

He noted that a cut of Rs 300 billion had been made in the development budget, and solutions must be found within the limited available resources.

Ahsan Iqbal lauded the Punjab Urban Canal model, suggesting it be adopted for its durability.

Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti informed the meeting that the 2022 floods had severely affected the province’s urban canal system, and the cultivation in the command area was on the halt due to the closure of the Kachhi Canal.

He expressed the optimism that under the Planning Minister’s supervision, water would soon be restored to the canal, alongside the formulation of a comprehensive plan to address future challenges and provide the best possible facilities to the people of Balochistan.

PTI public gatherings aimed at creating unrest: Azma

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Imran Munir
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LAHORE, Aug 22 (APP):Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari said on Thursday that the purpose of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf public gatherings was to create unrest in the country.
In a statement issued here, she said, “The PTI has nothing to do with democratic values and politics of development.”
She said that political people believed in peaceful struggle, adding that it was unfortunate that those behind May-9 violence were claiming to be peaceful people.

Advisor to the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President of Pak-Japan Friendship Society Syed Feroz Shah distributing certificates among the ALP and Middle-Tech graduates

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Khuram Maryam
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Advisor to the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President of Pak-Japan Friendship Society Syed Feroz Shah distributing certificates among the ALP and Middle-Tech graduates
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Advisor to the Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President of Pak-Japan Friendship Society Syed Feroz Shah addressing the ceremony organized BESPII

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Khuram Maryam
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Students exhibiting their skills obtained in 18 months technical training program, under Balochistan Education Support Program II in collaboration with UNICEF and European Union

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A man fishing at Rawal Lake near Bani Gala

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Khuram Maryam
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SCCI presents proposals to remove hurdles in Pak-Afghan trade

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Ali Ali
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PESHAWAR, Aug 22 (APP):Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) president, Fuad Ishaq presented comprehensive proposals for improving bilateral Pak-Afghan trade and removal of hurdles in cross-border business.
In his recommendations, Fuad Ishaq urged the government and institutions to enforce policies and orders after making consultation with chambers and the business community to avoid any collision between traders and relevant authorities and lead the country’s economy on a path of sustainable growth and stability by enhancing mutual trade and export.
Fuad Isahq had given these proposals during a meeting upon visit of Chief Collector Customs Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Jamil Nasir here at the chamber house.
Collector Appraisement Customs Peshawar Mateen Alam, Collector Enforcement Customs Peshawar Ziaul Shams, and Additional Director (Transit Trade) Customs Peshawar Dr Tahir Iqbal Khattak accompanied the chief Collector Customs KP on the occasion.
Chief Collector Customs KP Jamil Nasir in his address said that steps were being taken for ease of doing business.
He assured that the dignity of the business community should be kept intact during the enforcement of rules and policies.
He stressed the need to establish an atmosphere of trust between the customs department and the business community.
Senior customs officials emphasized close coordination and liaison between the Customs, chambers, and traders to make collective steps to resolve issues and enhance bilateral trade and export to stabilize the national economy.
Fuad Ishaq in the meeting highlighted hurdles in Pak-Afghan bilateral trade and transit trade and briefed about reservations of the business community on policies and other issues.
The SCCI chief urged the government to revisit policies and make them business/trade friendly to improve the economy.
He called for bringing ease in TAD, the Transit Registration System, and suggested duties/tariffs of 212 items should be made equal to Afghanistan and asked to allow Pakistani exporters to export these items so that the menace of smuggling will be eradicated.
In his recommendations, Fuad Ishaq demanded making Azakhel Dryport port fully functional, re-launch of cargo trains from Peshawar, and functionalization of the railway system. He apprised traders of community reservations about loose cargo and bonded carriers.
Fuad said SCCI is taking practical measures for the uplift of the Honey sector, which is a major source of foreign exchange and export, and asked the Customs department to address issues attached to the Honey sector on a priority basis.
Businessman Forum leader Ilyas Ahmad Bilour also addressed the meeting calling for making policies trade and business-friendly to enhance bilateral trade, transit trade, and export.
Chief Collector Customs KP Jamil Nasir agreed with the proposals of the SCCI president and directed relevant officials on the spot to resolve issues.
Jamil Nasir said practical steps were being taken to facilitate cross-border trade. He emphasized the reactivation of committees between the Customs Department and the chamber so that issues would be resolved collectively.
He assured actions would be taken in consultation with chamber/trade bodies and would keep the dignity of the traders/taxpayers intact during the implementation of rules and policies.
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