State Bank of Pakistan Fined Rs500,000 for Denying Paternity Leave Under Maternity and Paternity Leave Act
The Federal Ombudsperson fines the State Bank of Pakistan Rs500,000 for violating workplace rights by denying paternity leave, highlighting gender equality and legal compliance issues.
SBP Implements WE-Finance Code to Empower Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched the Women Entrepreneurship Finance (WE-FI) Code, bringing together 23 banks and development partners to enhance women-led businesses’ access to finance and promote inclusive economic growth.
Pakistan’s Push Toward Inclusive Banking: Progress and Persistent Gaps in Women’s Financial Empowerment
Pakistan’s banking sector shows progress in women’s inclusion, with 17 million new female accounts and a 9% reduction in the gender gap. Yet, persistent inequalities reveal the need for deeper, data-driven strategies to achieve true financial empowerment.
SBP Champions Women’s Financial Empowerment as Catalyst for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is championing women’s economic empowerment through financial inclusion reforms, digital innovation, and global collaboration. Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights progress under the Banking on Equality policy, showcasing how women entrepreneurs are shaping Pakistan’s path toward sustainable growth.
SBP and ADB Roll Out Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code to Bridge Gender Finance Gap in Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan and Asian Development Bank have launched the WE Finance Code to boost women’s access to finance, with 20 banks committing to drive gender-inclusive growth.