PBA Felicitates Meezan Bank CEO Dr. Amir Ali on PhD Achievement
The Pakistan Banks’ Association congratulates Meezan Bank President and CEO Dr. Amir Ali on being awarded a PhD for his research on Islamic digital banking for SME financing.
Zafar Masud Awarded Honorary Doctorate by Greenwich University, PBA Extends Congratulations
Pakistan Banks’ Association congratulates Chairman Zafar Masud on being conferred an Honorary Doctorate by Greenwich University, recognising his leadership and contributions beyond banking.
Seven Pakistani Banks Enter Asia-Pacific Top 15 as PBA Cites Strong Returns and Credit Growth
Pakistan Banks’ Association congratulates seven local banks ranked among Asia-Pacific’s top 15 in 2025, highlighting strong shareholder returns, SME growth, and rising private sector credit.
PBA, SBP Lead Cybersecurity Drill to Boost Confidence and Digital Security in Banking
Pakistan Banks Association and State Bank of Pakistan conduct a cybersecurity drill involving major banks to enhance incident response, strengthen digital security, and build trust in the financial system.
Pakistan Banks Engage Zarkhez-e Program Highlighting Incentives and Risk Mitigation
Pakistan Banks Association (PBA) affirms voluntary participation in Zarkhez-e (Asaan Digital Zarai Qarza) initiative, emphasizing government-backed incentives, risk mitigation measures, and digital verification tools that make lending commercially viable.
PBA and SBP Conduct Pakistan’s First Industry-Wide Cyber Drill to Boost Cyber Resilience
Pakistan Banks’ Association, in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan, launches the country’s first industry-wide cyber security drill to enhance cyber resilience across financial institutions.
SBP and PBA Launch Awareness Campaign Against Fraudulent Double-Return Schemes
The State Bank of Pakistan and Pakistan Banks’ Association issue a public advisory warning citizens about investment scams promising unrealistic double returns, urging verification with authorized financial institutions.
Pakistan Banks Association Unveils New Executive Committee for 2025–2027
Pakistan Banks Association has announced its new Executive Committee for 2025–2027, led by Zafar Masud, focusing on inclusive leadership, innovation and collaboration across the banking sector.
Pakistan Banking Sector Advance-to-Deposit Ratio Hits 38% as Private Lending Surges
Pakistan’s banking sector ADR rose to 38% by November 2025, supported by Rs1.5 trillion in private sector credit. PBA cites fiscal borrowing and high cash economy as key constraints on further lending growth.
Zafar Masud Named Chairman of Pakistan Banks Association, Strengthening Industry Leadership
Zafar Masud has been appointed Chairman of the Pakistan Banks Association, reflecting strong confidence in his leadership and vision at a critical time for Pakistan’s banking sector.