Pakistan's KSE-100 index fell 2% to 170,456.60.

The State Council adopted the Regulations on Outbound Investment at its 83rd executive meeting on April 17, 2026; the rules are published and take effect July 1, 2026. The regulations state the state supports investors conducting outbound investment on market principles and participating in international competition; investors enjoy autonomy in outbound investment—independent decision-making while bearing risks and profits/losses. Outbound investment and related activities must comply with laws, international practice and local customs, observe business ethics, fulfil social responsibilities and protect China’s national image; they must not undermine market competition, harm the environment, violate workers’ rights, or endanger national security, national interests or the public interest.

據國際文傳電訊社：俄羅斯宣佈禁止出口航空燃料，禁令持續至11月底。