Pakistan and World Bank Review 20 Billion Dollar Country Partnership Framework for Sustainable Growth
Federal Minister Ahad Cheema and World Bank officials review the 10-year Country Partnership Framework (FY2026–FY2035) to drive climate resilience and economic reforms.
World Bank 600 Million Dollar Fiscal Reform Program Stalls as Administrative Bottlenecks Delay Implementation
Pakistan’s ambitious 600 million dollar public resource program faces delays as the World Bank reports zero disbursement months after approval due to pending administrative clearances.
Ministry Of Energy And Ifc Partner To Deploy 10 Million Smart Meters
The Ministry of Energy enters a transaction advisory agreement with IFC to install 10 million smart meters across Pakistan to curb power theft and improve billing.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Advocates for Global Financial Reforms at Borrowers Platform Launch
During the 2026 World Bank IMF Spring Meetings Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb called for systemic reforms to help developing nations manage acute debt distress.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Urges Global De-escalation to Protect World Economy at IMF Meetings
Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb warns that Middle East tensions and geopolitical conflicts are straining the global economy during the 2026 World Bank IMF Spring Meetings.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Arrives in US for IMF World Bank Spring Meetings 2026
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb leads a high-level delegation to the 2026 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington D.C. to discuss economic reforms and global investments.
World Bank Lowers Pakistan GDP Growth Forecast to 3 Percent Amid Rising Inflation and Global Tensions
The World Bank revises Pakistan’s FY2026 growth outlook downward due to Middle East instability, energy price hikes, and a shift in the current account balance.
World Bank to Approve $300 Million for Rural Sindh Water and Sanitation Transformation
The World Bank and ADB are set to provide $550 million in total funding for the STARS project to provide safe drinking water and hygiene to 2.5 million people in Sindh.
Global Financial Leaders to Convene Emergency Summit as US Issues Ultimatum to Iran Over Oil Blockade
Leaders of the IEA, IMF, and World Bank will meet to address a historic energy crisis following the Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and US military threats.
World Bank Pledges Continued Support for BISP Social Protection Initiatives
The World Bank reaffirms its technical support for the Benazir Income Support Programme to enhance transparency and efficiency in Pakistans social safety net.