CCP aims to propose digital competition bill for Pakistani market

ISLAMABAD, Apr 05 (APP): The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has launched a “Competition Assessment of Digital Markets and Digital Services in Pakistan.” According to CCP press statement issued here, the study aims to understand the impact of digital markets and services on competition, economic growth, and employment opportunities. It will make policy recommendations to… Continue reading CCP aims to propose digital competition bill for Pakistani market

CCP issues show cause notices to fertilizer firms

ISLAMABAD, Apr 02 (APP): The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) on Tuesday issued Show Cause Notices to the Fertilizer Manufacturers of Pakistan Advisory Council (FMPAC) and six leading fertilizer companies for allegedly fixing urea prices, a prima facie violation of Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2010. Urea prices play a crucial role in determining… Continue reading CCP issues show cause notices to fertilizer firms

Law minister chairs meeting of anti-corruption task force

ISLAMABAD, Mar 13 (APP): Federal Minister for Law and Justice Azam Nazir Tarar on Wednesday emphasized on the need of capacity building programs and collaboration among departments to combat financial corruption effectively. The law minister was chairing the 2nd meeting of the Anti-Corruption Task Force which was attended by representatives from various relevant departments including… Continue reading Law minister chairs meeting of anti-corruption task force

CCP approves three KSA-based mergers with stake in Pakistan’s steel sector

ISLAMABAD, Feb 24 (APP):The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval to three mergers concerning Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed), having a presence in Pakistan’s steel market. The overall transaction comprises of restructuring of two entities divided into three stages of transactions, according to press statement issued by the commission here Saturday. Based… Continue reading CCP approves three KSA-based mergers with stake in Pakistan’s steel sector

Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, Chairman Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) calling on Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Leader of the House in the Senate at Parliament House

APP22-120823 ISLAMABAD: August 12 - Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, Chairman Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) calling on Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Leader of the House in the Senate at Parliament House. APP/ABB/ZID
APP22-120823 ISLAMABAD: APP23-120823 ISLAMABAD: August 12 - Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, Chairman Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) calling on Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Leader of the House in the Senate at Parliament House. APP/ABB/ZID

CCP recommends measures to promote efficiency in 10 food commodities’ value chain

ISLAMABAD, Oct 29 (APP):The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has completed a draft study aimed at addressing market distortions and promoting efficiency and competition in the value chain of ten essential food commodities including onion, edible oil and ghee, potato, poultry, wheat, sugar, milk, rice, tomato, and pulses. These commodities constitute 63% of an average… Continue reading CCP recommends measures to promote efficiency in 10 food commodities’ value chain

CCP imposes penalty on Haier, Del/Dawlance for anti-competitive conduct

ISLAMABAD, Mar 14 (APP): The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) passed an order against Haier and DEL/Dawlance for violation of Section 4 of the Competition Act, 2010 for entering into resale price maintenance (RPM) arrangements with its dealers. The CCP observed that it is a form of price-fixing under Section 4(2)(a) of the Act and… Continue reading CCP imposes penalty on Haier, Del/Dawlance for anti-competitive conduct

CCP organizes seminar to mark International Women’s Day

ISLAMABAD, Mar 8 (APP): The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) on Tuesday organized a seminar titled “Policy and Regulation through Gender Lens–for Creating a Level Playing Field”, to marked International Women’s Day. The event discussing the importance of policy and regulation in the context of gender issues and to deliberate ways and means to bridge… Continue reading CCP organizes seminar to mark International Women’s Day

Chief Traffic Officer Abbas Majeed Khan Marwat, CCP Abbas Ehsan and KP Information Minister Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif is visiting Mobile Driving License Unit during Traffic Awareness Campaign

APP31-170222PESHAWAR: February 17 - Chief Traffic Officer Abbas Majeed Khan Marwat, CCP Abbas Ehsan and KP Information Minister Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif is visiting Mobile Driving License Unit during Traffic Awareness Campaign. APP photo by Shaheryar Anjum
APP31-170222 PESHAWAR: APP32-170222 PESHAWAR: February 17 - Female Volunteer force member carrying play cards and standing on the Khyber road during Traffic Awareness Campaign. APP photo by Shaheryar Anjum APP33-170222 PESHAWAR: February 17 - CCP Abbas Ehsan and Chief Traffic Officer Abbas Majeed Khan Marwat giving traffic awareness pamphlets to the public during the Traffic… Continue reading Chief Traffic Officer Abbas Majeed Khan Marwat, CCP Abbas Ehsan and KP Information Minister Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif is visiting Mobile Driving License Unit during Traffic Awareness Campaign

Govt. introduced multiple reforms in various sectors during last three years: Shahzad Akbar

ISLAMABAD: October 16 - Advisor to the Prime Minister on Accountability and Interior Barrister Mirza Shahzad Akbar addressing a press conference. APP

ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (APP):The government introduced steps for overall reforms in several sectors during the last three years and conducted inquiries into various matters because of firm belief of Prime Minister Imran Khan in accountability and transparency. Addressing a press conference here on Saturday, Advisor to Prime Minister on Accountability Barrister Shahzad Akbar said that… Continue reading Govt. introduced multiple reforms in various sectors during last three years: Shahzad Akbar

Shafqat vows to resolve PBSA issues

ISLAMABAD, Sep 28 (APP):Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Shafqat Mahmood on Tuesday said that Pakistan Boys Scouts Association (PBSA) was facing many issues which need to be resolved on priority basis. Talking to media persons while conducting the elections for new Chief Commissioner Pakistan Boys Scouts Association, he said that the issues of… Continue reading Shafqat vows to resolve PBSA issues

CCP imposes fine of Rs 44bln to 81 sugar mills for embezzlement, corruption: Shahbaz Gill

LAHORE, Aug 14 (APP):Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) on Political Communication Dr Shahbaz Gill on Saturday said that Competitive Commission of Pakistan (CCP) had imposed a fine of Rs 44 billion to 81 sugar mills for embezzlement, corruption and exploitation of the farmers. Addressing a press conference here at Press Information Department (PID), SAPM… Continue reading CCP imposes fine of Rs 44bln to 81 sugar mills for embezzlement, corruption: Shahbaz Gill

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