Climate Change and Population Growth Major Obstacles to $3 Trillion Economy, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has identified climate change and population growth as the two biggest obstacles to Pakistan’s $3 trillion economy target. Speaking on Geo News, he warned of economic damage from recent floods and rising poverty, while Miftah Ismail emphasized the need for reforms and renewable energy adoption to achieve sustainable growth.

SBP Unveils Zero-Markup Financing Scheme for Electric Bikes and Rickshaws to Drive Green Mobility

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has introduced a new zero-markup financing scheme to promote electric bikes and rickshaws nationwide, aiming to reduce fuel dependency and accelerate Pakistan’s shift toward eco-friendly transportation. The initiative targets over 116,000 e-bikes and 3,000 e-rickshaws in 2025–26, with inclusive financing terms and full markup subsidy by the federal government.