IMF Commends State Bank of Pakistan as Executive Board Approves 1.32 Billion Dollar Disbursement
The IMF Executive Board praises the State Bank of Pakistan for its proactive monetary policy and approves an immediate 1.32 billion dollar disbursement under EFF and RSF.
State Bank of Pakistan Grants Five New Approvals for Islamic Banking Operations
The SBP issues in-principle approvals to Samba Bank and four others to launch Shariah-compliant operations as demand for Islamic finance surges in Pakistan.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Convenes High Level Meeting to Bolster Financial Sector Cybersecurity
Federal Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb leads a strategic virtual session with bank CEOs to strengthen Pakistans cyber resilience against AI-driven financial threats.
State Bank of Pakistan Injects 4.62 Trillion Rupees into Banking System via Open Market Operations
The SBP conducts massive liquidity injections totaling 4.62 trillion rupees through conventional reverse repo and Shariah-compliant OMOs to stabilize the market.
Pakistan Initiates 4.8 Billion Dollar Debt Repayment Plan Amid UAE Funding Shifts
Pakistan prepares to settle 4.8 billion dollars in external obligations by June 2026 including major repayments to the UAE and a 1.3 billion dollar Eurobond maturity.
Pakistan Decides to Repay $2 Billion UAE Debt Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Islamabad plans to return a $2 billion deposit to the UAE by the end of April after Abu Dhabi requested immediate repayment following regional security shifts.
Policy, Positioning & Pakistan’s Economy Under Geopolitical Shade
Pakistan’s economic stability is increasingly shaped by global geopolitical shifts, external financing, and energy dependencies, limiting the effectiveness of domestic policy tools.
Finance Minister and Pakistan Banks Association Align Strategies to Ensure Financial Stability and Service Continuity
Federal Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and the Pakistan Banks Association establish a high level coordination framework to safeguard the banking sector against global market shifts.
Pakistan Foreign Exchange Reserves Climb to 21.6 Billion Dollars as State Bank Holdings Strengthen
Pakistan total liquid foreign reserves reached 21.6 billion dollars for the week ended March 6 2026 reflecting a steady increase in both central bank and commercial holdings.
State Bank of Pakistan Reports Surge in Foreign Exchange Reserves to 21.5 Billion Dollars
Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves hit 21.598 billion dollars as the State Bank and commercial banks report significant weekly gains driven by remittance inflows.