Pakistan Forms Committee to Identify Sites for New Deep-Sea Ports Under Century-Long Maritime Vision
Pakistan has established a multi-agency committee to identify strategic locations for new deep-sea ports under the “Hundred Years Vision 2047–2147,” aiming to boost maritime trade, industrial growth, and regional connectivity.
Pakistan Set to Re‑Enter Eurobond Market in 2026 as Financing Window Widens
Pakistan is preparing to issue a Eurobond in 2026 under its Global Medium-Term Note (GMTN) programme, marking a return to international capital markets after a multi‑year hiatus and sign‑posting renewed investor confidence.
State Bank of Pakistan Buys Back Rs122.1 Billion in Floating Rate Bonds to Strengthen Debt Market Liquidity
The State Bank of Pakistan conducts a successful buyback auction worth Rs122.1 billion for Pakistan Investment Bonds – Floating Rate, reinforcing its active debt management strategy and boosting secondary market liquidity.
CFA Society Pakistan Honors Ministry of Finance for Groundbreaking Public Debt Transaction
The Ministry of Finance receives a Special Award from CFA Society Pakistan for a historic Public Debt Transaction, marking a milestone in Pakistan’s fiscal management and debt strategy.
FAT Rules Benami Transactions Act Not Applicable to Past Deals, Amnesty Scheme Properties
Federal Appellate Tribunal Karachi rules that the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 2017 does not apply to past property transactions or assets declared under Pakistan’s 2019 amnesty scheme, setting aside prior confiscation orders.
Roshan Digital Accounts Attract $205 Million in October, Showing Steady Investor Confidence
Roshan Digital Accounts (RDA) saw $205 million in inflows during October 2025, increasing cumulative inflows to $11.3 billion and reflecting growing confidence among non-resident Pakistanis.
SBP Governor Highlights Need for Integrated Capital Markets to Boost Investments Across Asia
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad calls for regional cooperation and innovation to build integrated capital markets across Asia, boosting investments, financial resilience, and sustainable growth.
JazzCash Expands RAAST QR Payments to 400+ Fuel Stations Boosting Pakistan’s Cashless Economy
JazzCash accelerates Pakistan’s cashless economy by enabling RAAST QR payments at over 400 fuel stations, processing PKR 20 million+ in transactions and expanding the nation’s digital merchant network.
Pakistan’s Headline Inflation Edges Up to 6.2 Percent in October 2025 as Key Consumer Costs Rise
Pakistan’s CPI inflation reached 6.2 percent in October 2025, driven by rising education, health, food, and transport costs. Month-on-month indicators also increased, while the Sensitive Price Indicator showed mixed weekly movements across essential items.
NIBAF and SBP Conduct 2-Day Islamic Banking Capacity Building Program for Shariah Scholars in Faisalabad
NIBAF, in collaboration with SBP’s Islamic Finance Development Department, conducted a 2-day Islamic Banking Capacity Building Program in Faisalabad, training Shariah scholars on contemporary banking practices and compliance.