AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBalochistan Security Shock: Suicide blasts and a fresh spike in violence are rattling Pakistan’s southwest, with reports of militants targeting forces and civilians, including claims of extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances. Asylum Row in PTI: PTI defended MNA Iqbal Afridi’s son after he sought asylum in Europe, arguing he fled to avoid detention and harassment. IMF Relief, Reforms Continue: Pakistan received a $1.3bn IMF tranche, with the central bank saying it will bolster foreign reserves as reforms press on. Digital Push: Ishaq Dar says Pakistan is positioning itself as a regional digital innovation hub as the IBI Digital Economy HQ is launched, while talks with CATL aim to deepen EV battery investment. Aviation Disruption: Flydubai suspended flights to Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar until October, leaving passengers scrambling. Courts & Exams: IHC ruled high courts can review promotion “fitness” decisions, while Cambridge postponed Pakistan’s A-level maths paper after a leak. Health & Economy: WHO and Pakistan launched a Hepatitis C elimination drive; GDP growth is reported around 3.7–4% with per-capita income rising. Weather: Lahore was hit by heavy rain and hail, disrupting life.
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