Pakistan Banks Approve Rs400 Billion for Housing, Only 19% Reaches First-Time Buyers
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says banks have approved over Rs400 billion for affordable housing, but only Rs76 billion has reached first-time homebuyers.
Pakistan Has Fundamentals to Attract Investment, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economic recovery, rising reserves and investor interest provide a foundation for stronger investment.
Pakistan May Reach B+ Sovereign Rating by Q1 FY28, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan could achieve a B+ sovereign credit rating by Q1 FY28 as reserves, remittances and macroeconomic stability improve.
World Bank Proposes Export Finance Products for Pakistan EXIM Bank
The World Bank has proposed export finance products for Pakistan’s EXIM Bank while discussing reforms covering trade, SME finance, investment, taxation and capital markets.
UK Offers Pakistan Technical Assistance for Trade and Investment Reforms
The UK has offered technical assistance to Pakistan to strengthen trade, investment, private-sector development and institutional reforms during talks between officials.
Finance Minister Outlines Six Priorities for Pakistan’s Economic Growth and Investment
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines six economic priorities covering macroeconomic stability, structural reforms, investment, SME finance and emerging technologies.
World Bank Urges Pakistan to Accelerate $20 Billion Economic Reform Agenda
World Bank urges Pakistan to accelerate reforms under its $20 billion partnership, covering tax harmonisation, SME finance, trade, investment and public-sector efficiency.
Finance Minister, NBP President Discuss Banking Sector’s Role in Pakistan’s Economy
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and NBP President Imran Sarwar discuss banking sector priorities, women’s financial inclusion, digital transformation and SME support.
World Bank Urges Pakistan to Accelerate $20 Billion Economic Reform Agenda
World Bank urges Pakistan to accelerate reforms under its $20 billion partnership, covering tax harmonisation, SME finance, trade, investment and public-sector efficiency.
Pakistan, Standard Chartered Explore Tokenization and International Sukuk Opportunities
Pakistan and Standard Chartered Bank discuss tokenization, international Sukuk issuance, financing options and capital market support for privatisation.