

NIBAF Launches Banking Literacy Development Program to Strengthen Financial Awareness
NIBAF Pakistan, in collaboration with Aga Khan University, held a Banking Literacy Development Program on August 18, 2025, to enhance community-level financial awareness, focusing on inclusive growth, digital finance adoption, and sustainable development.

Mobilink Bank Transforms Core Banking with Temenos R23 Upgrade and Systems Limited Partnership
Mobilink Bank has upgraded to Temenos’ cloud-native R23 core banking platform in partnership with Systems Limited, enhancing scalability, security, and digital services while reinforcing its role in driving financial inclusion in Pakistan.

Meezan Bank Hosts PayPak Hope Engagement Session at Mardan Branch
Meezan Bank Limited hosted a PayPak Hope Engagement Activity at its Mardan Branch, aiming to promote awareness of Pakistan’s local payment card scheme, support financial inclusion, and encourage adoption of secure digital banking practices.

Bank Alfalah and Dawood Foundation Unveil Interactive Youth Financial Literacy Exhibit at MagnifiScience Centre
Bank Alfalah and The Dawood Foundation’s MagnifiScience Centre have launched Pakistan’s first interactive Money Matters Exhibition to promote youth financial literacy, aligning with the State Bank’s inclusion goals and SDGs.

Pakistan Banks Association Appoints Mir Nejib Rahman as Secretary to Lead Industry Collaboration and Digital Transformation
The Pakistan Banks Association has appointed Mir Nejib Rahman as its new Secretary, bringing over 30 years of expertise in banking, digital finance, and financial inclusion. Rahman, a founding architect of the 1LINK Payment Switch, will lead industry collaboration and digital transformation initiatives.

NIBAF and SJDA Launch Banking Education Program to Advance Community Financial Empowerment
NIBAF Pakistan and the Silver Jubilee Development Agency have signed an MoU to introduce a one-month banking education program in Islamabad and Karachi, promoting financial literacy and practical banking skills for inclusive community development.

NIBAF Shares FY 2024–25 Impact Highlights, Emphasizing Digital Growth and Financial Inclusion
NIBAF Pakistan released its annual impact snapshot for FY 2024–25, spotlighting key achievements in digital transformation, capacity building, and inclusive financial education for individuals and institutions across Pakistan.

Naveed Sultan Urges National Digital Policy for Pakistan to Unlock Fintech Growth and Global Competitiveness
Naveed Sultan, Professor at Imperial Business School and former Citigroup executive, calls for a national digital policy to drive fintech growth, e-governance, and financial inclusion in Pakistan, highlighting the need for an integrated and strategic approach to digital transformation.

SBP Launches Unified Digital Framework to Simplify Bank Account Opening for Individuals and Businesses
The State Bank of Pakistan has introduced a streamlined digital framework for customer onboarding, reducing paperwork and improving turnaround times for individuals and businesses opening accounts, while also pushing digital payment acceptance across merchants nationwide.

NIBAF and SJDA Join Forces to Launch National Banking Education Program
NIBAF and SJDA have signed an MoU to launch a one-month training program in Islamabad and Karachi, offering foundational education in conventional and Islamic banking and practical financial skills to promote inclusive economic growth.