IESCO Seeks 54% Electricity Tariff Increase to Rs43.54 per Unit as Pakistan Prepares Distribution Company for Privatisation
Islamabad Electric Supply Company has requested a 54% electricity tariff increase to Rs43.54 per unit for 2027 and Rs157.864 billion in prior-year adjustments as NEPRA questions the proposed recovery of accumulated costs in a single adjustment.
Pakistan FDI Inflows Rise 18.5% to $219.5 Million in September 2026
Pakistan recorded $219.5 million in net foreign direct investment in September 2026, while total foreign investment reached $3.08 billion during the month, according to State Bank data.
Pakistan, IOM Discuss Global Skills Training and Safe Migration Pathways
Pakistan and the International Organization for Migration explore skills development, disaster preparedness, safe migration, climate financing and employment opportunities aligned with international labour demand.
Pakistan GDP Growth Reaches 3.7% in FY26, Aurangzeb Says
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy grew 3.7% in FY26, with growth near 4% expected in FY27 as the government advances tax reforms, investment and export-led growth.
Pakistan Seeks Stronger Borrowers’ Forum and Global South Voice in Global Finance
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb urged stronger coordination among borrowing countries, greater Global South representation and improved access to development and climate financing during talks with the United Nations.
Pakistan Seeks Climate Finance Support as Lifeline Fund Targets $500 Million
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discussed climate financing, Pakistan’s Climate Prosperity Plan and the proposed Lifeline Fund with CVF-V20 Secretariat Managing Director Sara Jane Ahmed.
SBP Adopts AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 30 on Tawarruq
State Bank of Pakistan adopts AAOIFI Shariah Standard No. 30 on Tawarruq with immediate effect and issues guidelines on applying the concept of need in Tawarruq-based transactions.
Pakistan Eyes New Financing Deals to Extend Debt Maturities
Pakistan explores Sukuk, Panda bonds, debt swaps, secured financing and public-private partnerships with global financial institutions to extend debt maturities and strengthen investor confidence.
Pakistan Eyes New Sukuk and Panda Bonds with Sharjah Islamic Bank
Pakistan discusses Sukuk, Panda bonds, MIGA-backed financing and capital market opportunities with Sharjah Islamic Bank to diversify funding and ease debt repayment pressures.
Pakistan Moves Beyond Foreign Aid to Trade and Investment Partnerships
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is prioritising trade, investment and regional partnerships, with remittances expected to rise from $41.6 billion to $44 billion.