PM Shehbaz Vows to Implement World Bank’s USD40 Billion Country Partnership Framework
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged to implement the World Bank’s USD40 billion Country Partnership Framework 2026–2035, highlighting reforms in energy, privatization, and climate resilience. Meeting World Bank President Ajay Banga in New York, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to sustainable growth and international cooperation.
World Bank Extends PRIDE Project in Punjab to June 2026 for Key Fiscal and Digital Reforms
The World Bank has extended the Punjab PRIDE project to June 2026, allowing more time for fiscal reforms, digital governance initiatives, and disaster risk financing strategies in Punjab.
World Bank Approves $47.9 Million Grant to Strengthen Primary Education in Punjab
The World Bank has approved a $47.9 million grant to expand access to quality education in Punjab, Pakistan. The project will enhance early childhood learning, re-enroll out-of-school children, train teachers, and improve the education system’s resilience to climate change and emergencies.
World Bank Launches Young Economists Immersion Program to Engage Emerging Policy Talent in Pakistan
World Bank Pakistan invites aspiring economists to compete for a paid two-month opportunity with its Economic Policy Team, offering hands-on experience in developing the Pakistan Development Update report.
Pakistan to Launch $77M Digital Services Overhaul with World Bank Support
Pakistan is initiating a major digital transformation of its public services under the $77.73 million World Bank-funded Digital Economy Enhancement Project, aiming to build a centralized citizen portal, improve service delivery, and boost transparency through secure, scalable digital platforms.
World Bank Proposes Industrial Decarbonisation Pathway to Tackle Pakistan’s Energy and Emissions Crisis
The World Bank has released a strategic roadmap to decarbonize Pakistan’s key industrial sectors, targeting energy efficiency and emissions cuts across cement, textile, steel, fertiliser, and paper industries. The recommendations aim to ease economic pressure from energy costs and align with national climate ambitions.
World Bank Rates $207 Million Punjab Housing Project as Moderately Satisfactory Amid Digital System Milestones
The World Bank has rated the $207 million Punjab Affordable Housing Program as moderately satisfactory, highlighting digital platform launches and regulatory milestones as the project advances toward providing more affordable homes in Pakistan’s largest province.
World Bank Names Bolormaa Amgaabazar as New Country Director for Pakistan to Strengthen Development Partnership
The World Bank has appointed Bolormaa Amgaabazar as its new Country Director for Pakistan. With deep experience across multiple regions, she is set to deepen engagement on pressing challenges like climate change, child stunting, and energy sustainability.
World Bank Reaffirms $40 Billion Country Partnership with Pakistan, Eyes Long-Term Development Goals
The World Bank has reaffirmed its $40 billion commitment to Pakistan under the CPF 2026–2035 during high-level talks in Washington, emphasizing development goals, regional integration, and implementation focus.
Pakistan Seeks Fourth Extension for $393.7 Million World Bank Higher Education Digital Uplift
Pakistan has approached the World Bank for a fourth restructuring of its $393.73 million Higher Education Development project, requesting a four-month extension to complete critical IT activities aimed at enhancing digital infrastructure across universities nationwide