Pakistan Banks Association Chairman Outlines Five Point Structural Reform Plan to Unlock SME Credit Potential
Pakistan Banks Association Chairman Zafar Masud highlights that five million small and medium enterprises generate forty percent of the national gross domestic product.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Reaffirms Support for Roshan Digital Account at Washington Diaspora Event
During a roadshow in Washington, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted the resilience of the Roshan Digital Account and its role in Pakistan economic stability.
Pakistan Capital Market Shifts to T+1 Settlement Cycle, Aligning with Global Trading Standards
Pakistan transitions to T+1 settlement cycle at PSX under SECP guidance, enhancing liquidity, reducing counterparty risk, and aligning the capital market with international best practices.
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.
Pakistan Finance Minister Chairs First CMDC Meeting to Strengthen Capital Markets
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb chairs the inaugural Capital Market Development Council meeting, focusing on investor participation, diversified products, and regulatory modernization to enhance Pakistan’s capital markets.
PBA Chairman Zafar Masud Welcomes Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud, Strengthening Saudi-Pakistan Economic Ties
Zafar Masud, Chairman of Pakistan Banks’ Association, welcomed Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud and the Saudi-Pakistan Joint Business Council delegation during their visit to Pakistan, emphasizing the strategic importance of Saudi-Pakistan economic relations and the critical role of the banking sector in fostering growth and investment.
PBA and SIFC Host High-Level Saudi Delegation to Boost Trade and Investment Ties with Pakistan
The Pakistan Banks’ Association in collaboration with SIFC hosted a high-level Saudi business delegation to strengthen trade and investment ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, bringing together banking leaders, industrialists, and entrepreneurs for strategic B2B discussions.

