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Printing manufacturing and expiry dates on cement bags. CCP All types of cement in Pakistan must adhere to packaging standards set by the PSQCA.

On: April 17, 2024

Tagged: CCP Issues Policy Note, Cement manufacturers, Competition Commission, Packaging standards

CCP Issues Policy Note Recommending Mandatory Disclosure of Manufacturing and Expiry Dates on Cement Packaging ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has issued a Policy Note under Section 29 of the Competition Act, 2010 to the Ministry of Science and Technology and Pakistan Standards andRead More →

CCP to Conduct Analysis of Insurance Sector Under IMF’s PIMA The insurance study’s recommendations will be forwarded to the federal government in due course.

On: April 10, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Analysis Insurance Sector, anti-competitive practices., Competition Commission, IMF 's PIMA

CCP to Conduct Analysis of Insurance Sector Under IMF’s Public Investment Management Assessment (PIMA) ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has embarked on a Competition Assessment of the Insurance Sector. This study is being conducted under the IMF’s Public Investment Management Assessment (PIMA) framework forRead More →

CCP Aims to Propose Digital Competition Bill for Pakistani Market Pakistan's shift towards digital markets necessitates proactive policies to promote competition.

On: April 6, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, Digital Competition Bill, Employment opportunities, Pakistani Market

CCP Aims to Propose Digital Competition Bill for, Pakistani Market ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has launched a “Competition Assessment of Digital Markets and Digital Services in Pakistan.” The study aims to understand the impact of digital markets and services on competition, economic growth,Read More →

CCP warns influencers & endoresers against deceptive marketing practices. It can also make it easier for small businesses and new entrants to enter a market or to expand.

On: March 8, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, Deceptive Marketing Practices, Easier for small businesses, Influencers & endoresers

CCP WARNS INFLUENCERS & ENDORSERS AGAINST DECEPTIVE MARKETING PRACTICES ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) In light of recent trends and consumer behaviours, the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has issued a stern warning to the influencers, content creators, and advertisers regarding false and misleading endorsements that are being publicized byRead More →

CCP Approve three KSA-based mergers with stake in Steel sector Based in the Saudi Arabia, Hadeed is a well-established company, producing a range of steel products.

On: February 24, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, Granted approval mergers, Hadeed, Public Investment Fund, Saudi Arabia

CCP APPROVES THREE KSA-BASED MERGERS WITH STAKE IN PAKISTAN’S STEEL SECTOR ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval to three mergers concerning M/s/ Saudi Iron and Steel Company (Hadeed), having apresence in Pakistan’s steel market. The overall transaction comprises of restructuring of twoRead More →

Civil Services Academy’s Probationary Officers Visit CCP The syndicate group was led by the faculty in charge, Mr. Rehmat Wali Khan, Deputy Director.

On: January 31, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Civil Services Academy, Competition Commission, Market Intelligence Unit, Probationary Officers

Civil Services Academy’s Probationary Officers Visit CCP for Interactive Session ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) As part of their training under the 51stCommon Training Programme (CTP), a syndicate group of 20 probationary officers from the Civil Services Academy visited the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) for an interactive session. Mr.Read More →

CCP Approves Acquisition of Shareholding in Singaporean Company PIL Pte. has an indirect subsidiary in Pakistan called Pacific Delta Shipping (PDSPL).

On: January 3, 2024

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Acquisition of Shareholding, Competition Commission, Singaporean Company

CCP Approves Acquisition of Shareholding in Singaporean Company with presence in Pakistani Shipping Industry ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has given approval for a merger in the deep-sea container liner shipping services market. Through the approved merger,M/S. PIL Holdings Pte. Ltd. acquires minor shareholdingRead More →

CCP Chairman Attends OECD Global Forum on Competition The Forum brought together heads of competition authorities from over 110 countries worldwide.

On: December 26, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: 110 countries worldwide., Competition Commission, Market Intelligence Unit, OECD Global Forum

CCP Chairman Attends OECD Global Forum on Competition ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) Chairman Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP)Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu participated in the Global Forum on Competition. It was held by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on 7-8 December 2023 in Paris. The Forum broughtRead More →

CCP Approves Merger, Paving the Way for UDL International Limited The merger reflects the growing confidence of the corporate sector in the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

On: December 8, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, corporate sector, Pakistan Stock Exchange, UDL International Ltd

CCP Approves Merger, Paving the Way for UDL International Limited’s Listing on Pakistan Stock Exchange ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval for the merger of a listed company, M/s. First UDL Modaraba, with a public unlisted company, M/s. UDL International Limited. TheRead More →

IBA to Introduce Competition Law Module in Directors Training Program It was also discussed in the meeting that IBA will inform the SECP about the addition of the competition law module to their DTP programs.

On: December 5, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Competition Commission, Competition Law Module, Directors Training Programs, IBA Karachi

IBA to Introduce Competition Law Module in Directors Training Program ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) In the meeting held between the delegates of Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) and the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi, it was agreed to integrate a Competition Law Module into its Directors TrainingRead More →

CDA has officially granted approval for the building plan of the CCP The construction of new building will enable CCP to expand its operations within its current budget across other cities.

On: December 2, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: 5.5 kanals in G-10/4, Building plan, Competition Commission, Design Vetting Committee

ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) The Design Vetting Committee of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has officially granted approval for the building plan of the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP). This development marks a new era in the progression of CCP. The cost of rent, utilities, and staff hire hasRead More →

China based company acquires renewable energy firm in Pakistan CCP has granted approval for the acquisition of M/s. SSIL by M/s. CRE International Co., Limited.

On: December 1, 2023

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: China based company, Competition Commission, Pakistani energy firm, Strategically invests

CHINA BASED COMPANY ACQUIRES RENEWABLE ENERGY FIRM IN PAKISTAN ISLAMABAD ( Web News ) China based M/s. CNNP Rich Energy Co. Ltd. strategically invests in Pakistan’s renewable energy sector through its wholly owned subsidiary M/s. CRE International Co., Limited. The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has granted approval for theRead More →

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Printing manufacturing and expiry dates on cement bags. CCP All types of cement in Pakistan must adhere to packaging standards set by the PSQCA.

CCP to Conduct Analysis of Insurance Sector Under IMF’s PIMA The insurance study’s recommendations will be forwarded to the federal government in due course.

CCP Aims to Propose Digital Competition Bill for Pakistani Market Pakistan's shift towards digital markets necessitates proactive policies to promote competition.

CCP warns influencers & endoresers against deceptive marketing practices. It can also make it easier for small businesses and new entrants to enter a market or to expand.

CCP Approve three KSA-based mergers with stake in Steel sector Based in the Saudi Arabia, Hadeed is a well-established company, producing a range of steel products.

Civil Services Academy’s Probationary Officers Visit CCP The syndicate group was led by the faculty in charge, Mr. Rehmat Wali Khan, Deputy Director.

CCP Approves Acquisition of Shareholding in Singaporean Company PIL Pte. has an indirect subsidiary in Pakistan called Pacific Delta Shipping (PDSPL).

CCP Chairman Attends OECD Global Forum on Competition The Forum brought together heads of competition authorities from over 110 countries worldwide.

CCP Approves Merger, Paving the Way for UDL International Limited The merger reflects the growing confidence of the corporate sector in the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

IBA to Introduce Competition Law Module in Directors Training Program It was also discussed in the meeting that IBA will inform the SECP about the addition of the competition law module to their DTP programs.

CDA has officially granted approval for the building plan of the CCP The construction of new building will enable CCP to expand its operations within its current budget across other cities.

China based company acquires renewable energy firm in Pakistan CCP has granted approval for the acquisition of M/s. SSIL by M/s. CRE International Co., Limited.

PSO and Pakistan Railways Inaugurate Fuel Management System

AKU hosts math games’ showcase by female educators to out-of-school girls