Focus Pakistan

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Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital doctors successfully saved a three-day-old infant after performing a rare life-saving eye surgery to remove a massive congenital eye tumour. The landmark procedure highlights the importance of early diagnosis, specialized pediatric eye care, and rapid medical intervention in treating rare newborn conditions.

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s Pakistan visit placed trade, investment and renewable energy at the centre of renewed bilateral engagement. The visit highlighted JCM Power’s planned 240MW Dhabeji hybrid project, growing bilateral trade and progress toward a Canada-Pakistan investment agreement.

Pakistan livestock sector contributes heavily to the economy but meat exports remain far below potential. Experts say reforms in processing, certification, cold chain logistics and trade policy could transform the industry into a billion-dollar export powerhouse.

Pakistan's poverty rate has climbed to 28.9% in FY2024-25, with Balochistan remaining the poorest province as inflation squeezes households nationwide.