Pakistan’s ECC Restricts Import of Camera-Enabled Smart Glasses Amid Privacy and Workplace Concerns

Pakistan’s ECC Restricts Import of Camera-Enabled Smart Glasses Amid Privacy and Workplace Concerns

In a major policy decision concerning consumer technology, privacy protection, and commercial compliance, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Federal Cabinet—chaired by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb—has officially approved nationwide restrictions on the import of camera-enabled smart glasses (including popular wearable tech models such as Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses). The decision follows a summary…

Federal Cabinet Approves New Pakistani Banknote Series Designs & New Rs. 10 Coin in Major National Currency Overhaul

Federal Cabinet Approves New Pakistani Banknote Series Designs & New Rs. 10 Coin in Major National Currency Overhaul

In a major monetary overhaul aimed at enhancing security features, modernizing national iconography, and streamlining cash circulation, the Federal Cabinet—chaired by the Prime Minister on the recommendations of the Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)—has officially approved the final designs for an entire new series of banknotes, alongside a new Rs.…