AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Pakistan Diplomatic Win: Deputy PM/Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar says Pakistan has completed the repatriation of 11 Pakistani sailors and 20 Iranian nationals from US-seized vessels, with all 31 flown from Singapore to Bangkok before heading to Islamabad; Dar called it a welfare priority and thanked Singapore, Thailand and the US for facilitation. Energy Pressure Point: Pakistan’s power and gas circular debt has jumped to Rs5.206tr, with IMF-linked tariff and subsidy reforms flagged as necessary but likely to strain affordability. Big LNG Boost: Pakistan received its largest-ever Qatar LNG cargo (over 210,000 cubic metres), arriving as regional supply disruptions bite. Gold Slides: Gold fell Rs15,500 per tola to Rs476,862. Security Alarm: A suicide truck-and-gun attack in Bajaur killed at least nine paramilitary officers, with TTP claiming responsibility. Sports & Culture: Pakistan won the toss and bowled first in the 2nd Test vs Bangladesh; Fatima Sana smashed a record fastest 50 as Pakistan swept Zimbabwe in women’s T20. Local Governance: Punjab lifted 8pm market closure limits until June 1 after trader protests.
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