World Bank Warns Middle East Conflict Triggers 40% Oil Price Surge and Global Supply Chain Crisis
The World Bank Group is preparing a coordinated financial support package for emerging markets as the Middle East conflict drives up energy, fertilizer, and logistics costs globally.
World Bank to Review 379 Million Dollar Grid Stability Project for Pakistan
The World Bank board prepares to approve the BEST-PAK Programme Phase I, a 378.9 million dollar investment to enhance Pakistans power transmission stability.
Pakistan Secures 692 Million Dollars in External Financing for February 2026
Pakistan reports a 10.7 percent monthly increase in external financing for February 2026, reaching 692 million dollars driven by multilateral and bilateral partners.
Sindh Digital Social Protection Project Reaches 213 Million Dollars With New Global Support
The World Bank reports moderately satisfactory progress for the Sindh social protection project, reaching 900,000 women and expanding to 22 districts by 2026.
Pakistan Pushes Home-Grown Economic Reforms as PM Shehbaz Meets World Bank President
Pakistan is advancing a comprehensive home-grown economic reform agenda focused on sustainable growth, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discusses implementation and cooperation with World Bank President Ajay Banga in Islamabad.
World Bank President Ajay Banga Appreciates Heritage Preservation at Jaulian Site
World Bank President Ajay Banga visits the Jaulian Buddhist archaeological site in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, praises preservation efforts, and assures support for cultural heritage initiatives.
World Bank, Punjab Revenue Authority agree on roadmap to promote cashless economy
World Bank delegation meets PRA chairman to advance digital payments, tax system digitalisation and cashless economy reforms in Punjab.
Pakistan Reaches Economic Turning Point with Reforms and Export-Led Growth, Says Finance Minister
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan has reached a critical turning point as macroeconomic stability, sustained reforms and policy continuity restore confidence and steer the economy toward export-led, long-term growth.
World Bank, Gavi to Raise $2 Billion for Immunization and Healthcare Systems
The World Bank Group and Gavi have announced a joint plan to mobilize at least $2 billion over five years to strengthen global immunization, expand vaccine manufacturing in Africa, and support resilient primary healthcare systems.
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.