NIBAF Pakistan Conducts Fintech and Payment Strategy Session for SBOTS-28 Trainees
NIBAF Pakistan conducted an interactive session on fintech and payment strategy for officers of the State Bank Officers Training Scheme SBOTS-28 at its Islamabad Campus.
Imran Haleem Shaikh to Take Charge as BankIslami CEO on September 29
BankIslami has confirmed Imran Haleem Shaikh will become President and CEO from September 29, succeeding Rizwan Ata after his three-year term ends.
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit With Gulf Countries Widens to $3.45 Billion in 2MFY27
Pakistan’s trade deficit with Gulf countries rose 2.61% to $3.45 billion in the first two months of FY27 as imports outpaced exports.
NIBAF Pakistan Conducts Five-Day Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Karachi
NIBAF Pakistan conducted its five-day Islamic Banking Professional Development program for commercial bank officers at its Karachi campus from September 21 to 25.
SBP Pasban Scheme Offers Rs16 Billion in Annual Cash Prizes for Remittance
SBP’s Pasban Remittance Reward Scheme offers Rs16 billion in annual cash prizes to eligible beneficiaries receiving overseas remittances through bank accounts.
Experts Urge Stronger Data Governance as Pakistan’s Banking Sector Expands Digital Operations
Experts have called for stronger data governance in Pakistan’s banking sector as digital payments grow, highlighting private artificial intelligence for governance, risk management and financial inclusion.
Pakistan’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Near $27 Billion, Says PBA Chairman
Pakistan Banks Association Chairman Munir Kamal says the country’s foreign exchange reserves are approaching $27 billion, while remittances could reach $45 billion.
Pak EXIM Export Finance Scheme Offers Working Capital Support to Pakistani Exporters
The Pak EXIM-administered Export Finance Scheme helps Pakistani exporters access affordable working capital financing through participating commercial banks and financial institutions.
Askari Bank to Host Webinar on Islamic Banking in a Digital World
Askari Bank, in collaboration with the State Bank of Pakistan, will host a Financial Inclusion Webinar on Islamic Banking in a Digital World on September 29, 2026.
SBP Injects Rs10.83 Trillion Through Reverse Repo and Shariah-Compliant OMOs
The State Bank of Pakistan injected Rs10.83 trillion into the banking system through conventional reverse repo and Shariah-compliant Modarabah-based OMO operations.

