SBP Launches Rs. 75 Commemorative Coin Honoring Marka-e-Haq and Independence Day
The State Bank of Pakistan has unveiled a Rs. 75 commemorative coin honoring the armed forces’ valor in Marka-e-Haq, set for public issuance from August 15, 2025.
State Bank Reports Economic Stabilization but Flags Risks Amid Global Uncertainty
The State Bank of Pakistan’s latest Monetary Policy Report signals economic stabilization following years of turbulence, but warns of persistent global and domestic risks that require sustained policy discipline and structural reforms.
Pakistani Rupee Gains Ground as State Bank Relaxes Export Rules
The Pakistani rupee strengthened to PKR 282.22 against the US dollar after the State Bank of Pakistan removed a key restriction on exporters, boosted by strong remittances but tempered by rising imports.
Bank Alfalah and Dawood Foundation Unveil Interactive Youth Financial Literacy Exhibit at MagnifiScience Centre
Bank Alfalah and The Dawood Foundation’s MagnifiScience Centre have launched Pakistan’s first interactive Money Matters Exhibition to promote youth financial literacy, aligning with the State Bank’s inclusion goals and SDGs.
SBP Eases Pressure on Exporters by Releasing Withheld Proceeds
The State Bank of Pakistan has withdrawn its directive on delayed export proceeds, allowing immediate release of withheld funds and instructing banks to report overdue bills in their regular submissions.
Banks and Financial Institutions to Close on August 14 for Independence Day Observance
The State Bank of Pakistan has announced that all banks, microfinance institutions, and development finance institutions will remain closed on August 14, 2025, for Independence Day, with digital banking channels expected to remain available for essential transactions.
NIBAF Conducts Banking Supervision Case Study for SBOTS-27 Officers
NIBAF Pakistan conducted a banking supervision case study for SBOTS-27 officers in Islamabad, providing hands-on regulatory training to strengthen oversight skills and prepare new central bank officers for real-world supervisory challenges.
NIBAF and Risk Associates Deliver PCI DSS v4.0 Cybersecurity Training for Pakistan’s Banking Sector
NIBAF Pakistan and Risk Associates have completed a two-day PCI DSS v4.0 cybersecurity training in Karachi, equipping banking professionals with global-standard skills in payment security, compliance, and cyber risk management to strengthen Pakistan’s financial sector defenses.
NIBAF Hosts Basel III and Problem Bank Management Training for SBOTS-27 Officers
NIBAF Pakistan hosted a two-day training for SBOTS-27 officers on Basel III standards and problem bank management, led by Syed Jahangir Shah, to strengthen regulatory expertise and financial stability oversight in Pakistan’s banking sector.
NIBAF Completes 21st Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Karachi
NIBAF Pakistan has completed its 21st Islamic Banking Professional Development Program in Karachi, offering five days of expert-led training on Shariah-compliant finance, operational frameworks, and emerging trends, attended by officers from commercial banks and the State Bank of Pakistan.