GCC Digital Finance and Debt Markets Face New Challenges Amid Geopolitical Shifts
Fitch Ratings reports a slowdown in GCC USD bond and sukuk issuance due to regional conflict despite strong 2026 credit fundamentals and digital finance growth.
Pakistan Remittance Inflows Surpass 26 Billion Dollars Amid UAE and Saudi Surge
Pakistan records a 10.5 percent growth in workers remittances reaching 26.5 billion dollars during the first eight months of the 2026 fiscal year.
Emerging Markets Must Gain Greater Influence in Global Economic Governance, Says Pakistan Finance Minister
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasizes stronger roles for emerging markets in global economic decision-making, highlighting coordinated policies amid geopolitical tensions and technological change.
Pakistan Workers’ Remittances Reach $3.2 Billion in November 2025, Up 9.4% YoY
Pakistan recorded $3.2 billion in workers’ remittances in November 2025, marking a 9.4% year-on-year growth, with major inflows from Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, and the USA.
BankIslami Strengthens Saudi-Pakistan Relations Through High-Level Engagement in Riyadh
BankIslami organized a reception in Riyadh to honor Pakistan’s Ambassador Ahmad Farooq, bringing together Saudi stakeholders and the Pakistani diaspora to strengthen bilateral ties and support the global growth of Islamic banking.
Saudi Arabia Rolls Over $3bn Deposit, Strengthening Pakistan’s Foreign Reserves
Saudi Arabia has extended its $3 billion deposit with the State Bank of Pakistan for another year, supporting Pakistan’s foreign reserves and economic stability.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Heads to Riyadh for Future Investment Initiative 9 to Strengthen Economic Diplomacy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visits Riyadh for the Future Investment Initiative 9 to strengthen Pakistan-Saudi ties and promote investment, sustainability, and economic cooperation on a global stage.
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.
Aurangzeb briefs Saudi finance minister on PIA and airport privatisation plans amid reform push
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan on the sidelines of IMF and World Bank meetings to discuss Pakistan’s privatisation of PIA and major airports, and to seek Saudi investment support in key sectors.
Sindh and Saudi Arabia Unlock Multibillion-Dollar Investment Opportunities
Sindh and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deepen economic collaboration through strategic investments across energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism, marking a new chapter in their partnership aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.