Pakistan Advised by World Bank to Use Results-Oriented Strategy for Multibillion-Dollar Power Sector Financing
The World Bank has recommended Pakistan adopt a results-driven approach to secure multibillion-dollar refinancing for the power sector, emphasizing regulatory reforms and targeted sectoral interventions to boost growth, investment, and employment.
Pakistan Policy Dialogue 2026 Emphasises Stability, Reform Discipline, and Inclusive Growth
Policymakers, economists, and corporate leaders at Pakistan Policy Dialogue 2026 called for consistent policies, institutional continuity, and structural reforms to put Pakistan on a path of sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
Pakistan Plans Inaugural Panda Bond Issuance Amid Ongoing Economic Reforms
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced Pakistan’s plan to issue its first Panda bond targeting $250 million, alongside debt reduction, SOE privatization, and structural reforms to boost competitiveness and digital payments.
Pakistan Advances Digital Asset Regulation as Finance Minister Engages Icoin Technology
Pakistan is laying the foundations of a regulated digital asset ecosystem as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb holds talks with U.S.-based blockchain firm Icoin Technology on policy, regulation, and market development.
Pakistan to Issue First Panda Bond Ahead of 2026 Chinese New Year, Strengthening China Partnership
Pakistan is set to launch its first Renminbi-denominated Panda bond ahead of the 2026 Chinese New Year, aiming to diversify external financing, tap China’s capital market, and reinforce economic cooperation under CPEC Phase-II.
Pakistan Reaches Economic Turning Point with Reforms and Export-Led Growth, Says Finance Minister
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan has reached a critical turning point as macroeconomic stability, sustained reforms and policy continuity restore confidence and steer the economy toward export-led, long-term growth.
Pakistan Moves Closer to First Panda Bond Issuance Under $1 Billion Programme
Pakistan is preparing to launch its first-ever Panda Bond issuance in January under a planned $1 billion programme, as the finance minister reviews progress on regulatory approvals, investor engagement, and debt sustainability strategy.
Pakistan Moves Toward Trade and Investment Model, Says Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is transitioning from aid-based support to trade- and investment-led partnerships, citing economic stabilization, IMF progress and growing GCC engagement.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb Praises Standard Chartered’s Role in Pakistan’s EFF and Economic Reforms
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has lauded Standard Chartered Bank for its continued support to Pakistan’s economic stabilization and reform efforts, particularly during the IMF Extended Fund Facility negotiations and implementation.
Pakistan, UK Restart Development Dialogue After 8 Years Amid Record £5.5bn Trade
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have resumed federal-level development talks after eight years, coinciding with record bilateral trade of £5.5bn and the launch of new cooperation frameworks in climate, education, and economic reforms.