Ahsan Iqbal Calls for Digital and Trade Corridors to Link Central Asia With Global Markets
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has called for transforming CAREC transport routes through digital connectivity, logistics, energy cooperation and stronger regional trade links.
Ahsan Iqbal Unveils CAREC Trade Plan to Link Central Asia With Pakistan’s Arabian Sea Routes
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has outlined a plan to transform Pakistan’s CAREC transport routes into economic corridors linking Central Asia with Arabian Sea trade routes.
ADB Warns Pakistan’s FY2027 Revenue Target Could Further Narrow Fiscal Space
The Asian Development Bank says Pakistan’s ambitious FY2027 revenue target, higher defense and interest costs could limit fiscal space for growth-enhancing public investment.
ADB Maintains Pakistan FY2027 Growth Forecast At 3.7%, Inflation Seen At 8.3%
The Asian Development Bank maintains Pakistan’s FY2027 growth forecast at 3.7% but expects inflation to rise to 8.3% amid higher energy costs and geopolitical risks.
Finance Minister Urges Stronger Climate Financing Amid Pakistan’s Disaster Risks
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s climate vulnerability, disaster preparedness and need for faster international climate financing at the World Economic Forum.
ADB And World Bank Consider Financing $6.8 Billion ML-1 Railway Project
ADB and World Bank are considering financing Pakistan’s $6.8 billion ML-1 railway project, with multiple international institutions showing interest.
Pakistan Receives $939.53 Million in External Financing During August 2026
Pakistan received $939.53 million in external financing in August 2026, lifting FY27 inflows to $1.70 billion, with multilateral assistance, commercial borrowing and Naya Pakistan Certificates contributing to the total.
ADB Calls for Reform-Linked Panda Bonds and Lower Guarantees in Pakistan’s Future Financing
The Asian Development Bank has recommended integrating Pakistan’s Sustainable Financing Framework into the PSDP and reducing guarantee coverage for future Panda Bond issuances.
ADB Targets October Completion for ML-1 Railway Project Design
The Asian Development Bank aims to finalise the Main Line-1 railway project design by October 2026 before moving towards procurement and subsequent implementation stages.
ADB to Expand Support for Punjab Agriculture, Health, Education and Water Projects
Asian Development Bank agrees to expand cooperation with Punjab on agriculture, healthcare, education, clean water, technical skills and electric buses.