Economic Review articles from July 1996

Economic Review archives from July 1996

Inevitable disaster. (Pakistani economy)
July 1, 1996... * Over and above the political confrontation the most potential threat ahead Benazir is the economic challenge. In view of the deteriorating balance of payment position and foreign exchange reserves, analysts predict complete collapse of...

The trade policy for 1996-97 - aims at further liberalisation of trade. (Pakistan)
July 1, 1996... The Trade Policy 1996-97 is to provide an environment for industry to be more competitive in terms of its product quality and price to meet the challenges of free trade to increase Pakistan's share of trade in the international market by raising...

Pakistan Steel capacity to be increased to 3 million tonnes. (interview with Pakistan Steel Chmn. Usman Farooqui)(Interview)
July 1, 1996... In an exclusive interview to Economic Review Dr. Usman Farooqui - Chairman Pakistan Steel disclosed that expansion programme is underway. Following are the excerpts: ER: How did you achieve the record production of 100 per cent in Pakistan...

Agro-industry: an accelerator for agricultural development in Pakistan.
July 1, 1996... Introduction Despite the peculiarities of our rural areas, the separate identity of rural industries has not yet been institutionalized. It is abundantly clear that this sector offers opportunities not only to absorb our jobless millions but...

Export potential of mango from Pakistan.
July 1, 1996... The study estimates the exportable surplus and analyzes the future prospects for export of mango. Along with the secondary data collected from various sources, 6 large growers of mango from Multan tehsil of Multan District and 12 exporters of...

Performance of industrial sector and federal budget 1996-97. (Pakistan)
July 1, 1996... There is an urgent economic need for accelerating industrialisation process in the country. Industrial growth not only leads to expansion in the employment opportunities but also stimulates growth process in the less developed regions of the...

Pakistan: a perfect land for investment.
July 1, 1996... Pakistan, a land of many splendours and opportunities, the repository of a unique blend of history and culture from the East and the West, the cradle of one of the oldest civilisations which developed around the Indus Valley. It is the ninth most...

Manufacturing sector & investment policies.
July 1, 1996... The policies of privatisation, deregulation and liberalisation of the economy were continued during the year. A new concept of public-private partnership introduced in 1993-94 was widened and strengthened to enable the private sector to play a...

Karachi Export Processing Zone Pakistan.
July 1, 1996... Pakistan Excellent Investment Environment Pakistan, a land of many splendours and opportunities, has a population of more than 120 million industrious, enterprising and hospitable people. Flanked by Iran and landlocked Afghanistan in the west,...

ANZ Grindlays Bank: world class service in Pakistan.
July 1, 1996... ANZ Grindlays is a member of ANZ Group - Australia's leading international bank. This reputation has been gained through listening to what our customers demand from a bank handling their international trade and banking needs; a serious commitment...

Oil industry: an overview. (Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Energy is one of the world's most important resources. Over the last century, petroleum products have become the major supplier of the world's energy demand. In Pakistan petroleum products supply 42 per cent of the energy needs. The industry...

Commercial energy demand may go up by 6.7pc in 10 years. (Pakistan)
July 1, 1996... The hydropower potential is estimated at about 27,000 MW under average hydrological conditions. Of this so far, only about 4,825 MW (18 per cent) has been developed or committed. Pakistan's commercial energy demand is estimated to increase at...

Success of the power policy - 1994. (Pakistan)
July 1, 1996... Recognising the key role of the energy sector in national development, immediately after coming into power in October 1993, Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto constituted a 12-member Task Force on Energy, which was entrusted with the task of drawing...

Textile processing industry. (Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... The finishing industry in Pakistan had shown an appreciable progress in meeting the challenges of local and export demands. The capacity had been growing to match the requirements. Major contribution is by independent finishing units in contrast...

Chemical industry in Pakistan.(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Global Outlook: The world Chemical industry is one of the most basic and important manufacturing business globally. Its total turnover approaches $1,000 billion, giving it a size comparable to that of other large international industries such as...

Cement industry in Pakistan.(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Present Position Cement Production in 1995-96 is estimated at 9.403 million tonnes as compared to 8.420 million tonnes in the preceding year. The present installed capacity of 22 cement plants (17 private and 5 public sector) is 10.492 million...

Engineering industry. (Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... * Pakistan's total exports in the year 1994-95 stood at $8.6 billion, out of which the engineering goods export constituted only $860 million, which stands less than 1 per cent of country's total exports. * The scenario of engineering...

Industries demand reduction in taxes. (Pakistan)
July 1, 1996... * Sales tax and other Fiscal measures in the Budget 1996-97 has created chaotic conditions for several units. * These units have demanded reduction in direct and indirect taxes, concessions, special incentives and withdrawal of labour laws....

Sugar industry in doldrums. (Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Sugar industry of Pakistan, is a classical illustration of the case, where, the industry is growing, product is selling, but the impeding recession is closing in. Due to the bad price structure, unrealistic macro policies of the government and...

Fertilizer industry and government policy. (Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Government Policy In 1992, the government decided not to set up any fertilizer unit in the public sector and leave this highly profitable sector entirely to the private sector. Moreover, it has also been decided to privatise some of the...

Tourism is a growing industry. (interview with Pakistani tourism executive Mohammad Shakir)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... Economic Review: There has been a sharp decline in earning from tourism in Pakistan what measures have you taken to increase its earning? Mohammad Shakir: In fact according to the Tourism statistics last published by the Planning, Development...

Prospects of aquaculture in developing countries with reference to Pakistan.
July 1, 1996... When we talk about the green revolution in developing countries, where more cereals have to be produced as a much faster rate in order to cope with the increasing number of people to be fed. In my opinion green revolution must be accompanied by a...

Status of Pakistan's Fauji Foundation complex.
July 1, 1996... Originating as our Provincial Post-War Services Reconstruction Fund at the end of World War-II, the Fauji Foundation, as at present constituted, is a Charitable Trust incorporated under the Charitable Endowments Act 1890 and is devoted...

Lucky cement. (cement industry in Pakistan)(Industry Overview)
July 1, 1996... For an under-developed Third World country like Pakistan which is in the process of development, cement is an essential commodity. The number of cement plants and their production volume gives an indication of the stage of development in a...

Buxly Paints Limited.(Company Profile)
July 1, 1996... The pride that Buxly takes is not only in its being the first Pakistani paint company and one of the oldest companies in the country but because it survived competition from the multinationals as well as from imported paints and it also crossed a...

Hinopak: setting the future in motion. (Hinopak Motors Ltd.)
July 1, 1996... 1996 marks the completion of a decade of successful operations for Hinopak Motors Ltd. Prior to 1986, Hino vehicles were already available in Pakistan and approximately 600 vehicles were sold each year. Within the last 10 years, Hinopak has...

Telecom Foundation. (Pakistani welfare organization)
July 1, 1996... - an exemplary welfare Body-side by side a Great Industrial Groop Telecom Foundation after achieving remarkable success within the country has established its office in Saudi Capital Riyadh to seek and avail the business opportunities. The...

Negative sentiments continue. (Pakistani stock market)
July 1, 1996... Negative sentiments continue to grip stock market. The bearish trend of the market was due to uncertain political and economic conditions together with lack of support from financial institutions. The market has been reflecting a cautious trend...

Change in Bangladesh.
July 1, 1996... National Assembly elections of Bangladesh held on June 12, 1996 toppled the government of Khaleda Zia, and reinstated Awami League, with Shaikh Hasina Wajid as its leader, back to power capturing 146 out of 300 seats, after being in opposition...