Pakistan Launches $400 Million ADB-Backed Program to Reform State-Owned Enterprises
The Pakistani government moves to modernize 40 state-owned enterprises with a $400 million results-based loan from the Asian Development Bank, focusing on governance, financial sustainability, and enhanced service delivery.
Asian Development Bank Approves $300 Million Financing for Pakistan Copper Project
The Asian Development Bank has approved a $300 million loan to support Pakistan’s copper project, aiming to boost the country’s mining sector, enhance foreign exchange earnings, and position it in the global copper supply chain while ensuring sustainability and compliance standards.
KSE-100 Index Rises 1.63% in Pre-Budget Rally Amid Economic Optimism
The Pakistan Stock Exchange posted a 1.63% weekly gain ahead of the 2025-26 federal budget, driven by improved investor confidence, loan deals, and economic indicators.