World Bank Supports SIFC Efforts to Simplify Regulations and Improve Pakistan’s Business Environment
The World Bank has expressed continued support for SIFC initiatives including the Asaan Karobar Framework, Regulatory Registry and Pakistan Business Portal to streamline regulations and facilitate private-sector activity.
Finance Minister Urges Stronger Climate Financing Amid Pakistan’s Disaster Risks
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights Pakistan’s climate vulnerability, disaster preparedness and need for faster international climate financing at the World Economic Forum.
ADB And World Bank Consider Financing $6.8 Billion ML-1 Railway Project
ADB and World Bank are considering financing Pakistan’s $6.8 billion ML-1 railway project, with multiple international institutions showing interest.
SECP Approves Reforms to Improve Pakistan’s World Bank B-READY Ranking
SECP approves regulatory reforms including automated company data sharing with FBR, centralised permit information, SME support details and gender data on new companies.
SECP Approves Regulatory Reforms to Improve Pakistan’s Business Ready Ranking
SECP has approved regulatory reforms aimed at improving Pakistan’s performance under the World Bank Group’s Business Ready assessment and aligning the business framework with international practices.
World Bank Supported Projects Reviewed At PESCO To Strengthen Power Transmission Network
A Ministry of Planning and Development delegation reviewed World Bank supported development projects at PESCO, focusing on transmission capacity, project targets and reliable electricity supply.
Child Stunting Poses Major Long Term Economic Risk for Pakistan
Nearly four in 10 Pakistani children face chronic malnutrition, creating a major human capital challenge that could affect education, productivity and long term economic growth.
World Bank Warns Balochistan Housing Funding Cuts Could Deepen Poverty
World Bank warns that redirecting funds from Balochistan’s flood resilient housing programme could deepen poverty, increase disaster risks and leave 119,049 verified households without financing support.
Pakistan Trade Deficit Widens to $3.95 Billion in July as Imports Surge 18%
Pakistan’s trade deficit widened to $3.95 billion in July 2026 as imports climbed 18% to $6.9 billion, while exports increased 9.5% to $2.94 billion, renewing concerns over the country’s external sector balance.
World Bank Evaluation Group Rates Pakistan RISE Reform Programme Moderately Satisfactory
The Independent Evaluation Group rates Pakistan’s 856 million dollar RISE programme as moderately satisfactory, praising digital finance but noting structural gaps.