NIBAF Hosts “Rise as One: Beyond the Desk” Retreat to Strengthen Team Collaboration and Leadership
NIBAF Pakistan conducts a team-building retreat for State Bank officers, offering a day of leadership development, collaboration-focused activities, and reflective learning guided by trainer Tanzeel Raza at a beachside venue.
NIBAF CEO Highlights Global Islamic Finance Trends at IBA CEIF 10-Year Celebration
NIBAF CEO Lubna Farooq Malik joins IBA CEIF’s 10-year celebration as a key panelist, sharing insights on global Islamic finance trends, capacity development, and the evolving role of academic-industry collaboration in strengthening Pakistan’s Islamic finance landscape.
Government Moves to Restructure Export Framework, Orders Five-Year Audit of EDF
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif abolishes the Export Development Surcharge and orders a five-year third-party audit of the EDF as part of a broad reform drive to improve Pakistan’s export competitiveness and transparency.
Federal Government Calls NFC Meeting for December 4 as Provinces Seek Clarity on Fiscal Shares
The federal government convenes the maiden NFC meeting on December 4 to initiate discussions on the 11th NFC Award, while provinces, particularly K-P, press for settlement of outstanding dues and a fairer revenue share amid broader tax system challenges.
Pakistan Lifts Restrictions on Gold Trade as Government Reinstates SRO to Revive Precious Metals Market
Pakistan lifts restrictions on gold import and export, reinstating the key SRO and introducing amendments to revive the precious metals sector, while new gold reserve discoveries add momentum to the country’s economic outlook.
Standard Chartered Pakistan Wins $72 Million Dawlance Mandate to Strengthen Digital Cash Management and Cross-Border Banking
Standard Chartered Pakistan has secured a USD 72 million mandate from Dawlance to provide comprehensive working capital, digital cash management and cross-border banking services, strengthening its position in Pakistan’s multinational corporate banking segment.
NIBAF Completes 3-Day Branch Management Certification, Strengthening Leadership Skills Across Banking Sector
NIBAF Pakistan has wrapped up a three-day certification program on Branch Management 360 Degree at its Lahore center, equipping banking professionals with comprehensive operational, managerial, and leadership competencies.
ADB Commits Over $10 Billion to Boost CAREC Connectivity, Clean Energy and Digital Transformation by 2030
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced a major financial commitment of more than $10 billion to support the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) programme by 2030, marking one of the most significant regional investment plans in recent years.
NIBAF Concludes IBCC-75 Module 3 in Lahore, Advancing Professional Training in Islamic Banking
NIBAF Pakistan successfully completed Module 3 of its Islamic Banking Certificate Course (IBCC-75) in Lahore, offering participants in-depth training led by prominent industry experts as Pakistan continues expanding its Islamic finance capabilities.
PMEX–NCMCL Integration Sets Stage for Digital Transformation in Pakistan’s Agriculture
SECP’s approval of PMEX’s majority acquisition of NCMCL marks a major shift for Pakistan’s agricultural market, strengthening the Electronic Warehouse Receipt system and paving the way for modernized commodity trading and farmer financing.