National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) President and CEO, Rehmat Ali Hasnie, emphasized the transformative power of financial ecosystems in fostering national growth, sustainability, and inclusion during the Pakistan Business Summit held recently in Peshawar. The event brought together leading business and financial figures under the theme “Shaping What’s Next,” focusing on how strategic collaborations between institutions, innovators, and policymakers can redefine Pakistan’s economic trajectory.
The summit, organized under the patronage of the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and co-hosted by the Nutshell Group and Al Baraka Bank (Pakistan) Limited, featured the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI) as the Strategic Partner. It served as a platform for discussing how Pakistan’s financial and industrial sectors can work collectively to build resilient systems that not only drive growth but also promote inclusion and sustainability.
Speaking at the session titled “Dialogue on The Symphonies of Ecosystems,” Hasnie outlined NBP’s pioneering role in introducing renewable financing in Pakistan. He stated that the bank’s focus on sustainable energy and green finance aligns with the country’s broader development objectives and long-term environmental commitments. “National Bank of Pakistan was the first to initiate renewable financing in the country, setting a foundation for a greener, more inclusive financial future,” Hasnie said, noting that the bank’s profitability and impact are directly linked to the nation’s progress and the prosperity of its citizens.
He elaborated that building investor confidence remains a cornerstone for attracting capital in sectors that are traditionally seen as high-risk yet hold immense potential. “Sustainable growth cannot be achieved without trust. Reforms that improve transparency and build investor confidence are essential for channeling investments into critical areas of the economy,” he added.
Highlighting NBP’s broader development mission, Hasnie stressed that financial inclusion and accessibility play a central role in transforming ordinary citizens into active participants in the national economy. “Empowering people through access to finance is not just an economic goal — it is a social responsibility. When citizens are financially included, they become drivers of local growth, innovators in their communities, and partners in national progress,” he remarked.
The discussion, moderated by Sajeed Aslam, Partner and Co-Founder of Spectreco LLC (USA), also featured several key industry leaders who shared their perspectives on building dynamic and collaborative ecosystems. Panelists included Muhammad Nassir Salim, President and CEO of HBL; Jahangir Piracha, Managing Director and CEO of Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited; Jahanzeb Khan, President and CEO of easypaisa Digital Bank; and Muhammad Ali Gulfaraz, CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Limited.
The panel collectively explored how collaboration between banks, fintechs, and the private sector could accelerate digital transformation, strengthen capital flows, and promote financial literacy. They agreed that the future of Pakistan’s economy lies in bridging the gap between financial innovation and real-sector growth through robust partnerships and forward-looking regulation.
Rehmat Ali Hasnie concluded his remarks by reaffirming NBP’s commitment to developing inclusive financial frameworks and sustainable business practices. He emphasized that as Pakistan moves toward economic stabilization and modernization, the role of public-sector banks will remain pivotal in balancing social responsibility with profitability.
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