

VEON Group Plans TPL Insurance Acquisition to Strengthen Pakistan’s Financial Services Landscape
VEON Group has announced plans to acquire TPL Insurance Limited, marking its entry into Pakistan’s insurance sector. The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, could reshape financial services by integrating telecom and insurance under one digital ecosystem.

SECP Orders Licensed Entities to Mandatorily Display Raast QR Codes by October 2025
The SECP has mandated all licensed entities, including NBFCs, insurance companies, Modarabas, and brokers, to adopt and display Raast QR Codes by October 31, 2025. The directive aims to strengthen Pakistan’s digital payment ecosystem, enhance financial inclusion, and support the transition toward a cashless economy.