PM Shehbaz Directs PIA’s Speedy Privatisation

PM Shehbaz directs PIA’s speedy privatisation

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed authorities on Thursday to expedite and complete all phases of the privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) with complete transparency. Chairing a meeting to review the privatisation status of the national flag carrier, the premier emphasised the need to develop a clear strategy to increase the number of airworthy aircraft in its fleet and ensure that all flights depart on time. The…

PIA’s name, identity to remain intact after privatisation, PM Shehbaz assures

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed authorities to fast-track the privatisation of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), while assuring that the national carrier’s name and theme would not be changed after the transaction. Chairing a high-level meeting at the Prime Minister’s House to review PIA’s restructuring and sell-off process, the prime minister said all stages of the privatisation must be completed with “speed and full…