Pakistan’s Economic Transformation Hinges on Stronger Industry and Innovation Linkages
Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Sardar Tahir Mehmood has stressed the need to strengthen links between industry, innovation, investment and entrepreneurship to support Pakistan’s economic transformation and global competitiveness.
Pakistan Trade Deficit Widens to $3.95 Billion in July as Imports Surge 18%
Pakistan’s trade deficit widened to $3.95 billion in July 2026 as imports climbed 18% to $6.9 billion, while exports increased 9.5% to $2.94 billion, renewing concerns over the country’s external sector balance.
SBP Raises Rs939.11 Billion Through Market Treasury Bills Auction as Yields Ease
State Bank of Pakistan raised Rs939.11 billion through the August 5 Market Treasury Bills auction, with Rs2.29 trillion in bids received across four tenors and yields declining on three maturities.
Pakistan Seeks $1.3 Billion China Refinancing to Support Foreign Exchange Reserves
Pakistan has reportedly requested China to refinance a $1.3 billion commercial loan, with the expected inflow aimed at supporting foreign exchange reserves as the country manages external debt repayments and financing requirements.
State Bank Of Pakistan Injects Rs656 Billion Into Banking Market Through Open Market Operation
State Bank of Pakistan injected Rs656 billion into the banking market through a conventional reverse repo Open Market Operation to support system liquidity.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Orders Timely Completion Of Pakistan’s Privatization Programme
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to complete Pakistan’s privatization programme within set timelines, while preserving Zarai Taraqiati Bank’s agricultural lending mandate.
State Bank Of Pakistan Raises Rs859.88 Billion Through Fixed Rate Pakistan Investment Bonds
State Bank of Pakistan raised Rs859.88 billion through a Fixed Rate Pakistan Investment Bonds auction, with the 15 year tenor receiving the highest acceptance while all 2 year bids were rejected.
Pakistan Shifts Energy Focus From Power Shortage To Grid Flexibility And Battery Storage
Federal Minister Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari says Pakistan no longer faces a power generation shortage as renewables reach 55%, with battery storage and grid flexibility becoming priorities for managing solar energy.
Pakistan And Iran Push For Early Free Trade Agreement As Countries Target $10 Billion Bilateral Trade
Pakistan and Iran have agreed to accelerate negotiations on a long awaited Free Trade Agreement as both countries reaffirm their goal of increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion.
Prime Minister Orders Performance Review Of Federal Ministries, CPEC Authority And Planning Commission
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered a comprehensive performance review of federal ministries, divisions, the CPEC Authority and Planning Commission, with reports required to document achievements, delays, reforms and development spending since February 2024.