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▶️ Pakistan Published 20 Dec, 2025 03:45pm

World Bank approves $700 million financing for Pakistan

Funds to support macroeconomic stability, tax reforms and public service delivery

Business & Economy Published 12 Dec, 2025 07:09pm

ADB approves $540m for Pakistan’s SOE reforms and Sindh coastal resilience

Bank says loans will support governance overhaul, climate resilience, and protection of vulnerable communities

Business & Economy Published 11 Dec, 2025 05:04pm

Pakistan faces escalating climate threats, seeks stronger global support: finance minister

Aurangzeb tells Riyadh conference recent floods shaved off 0.5% of GDP, urges faster access to climate finance.

Business & Economy Published 08 Dec, 2025 10:58pm

Pakistan, US explore investment opportunities in power sector

Minister urges US engagement with IMF, World Bank; Washington shows interest in transmission and DISCO privatisation opportunities

Pakistan Published 12 Nov, 2025 05:13pm

World Bank praises Maryam Nawaz as ‘climate change warrior’ and leader from South Asia

In a meeting held in Belem city, WB’s Global Director Valerie Hickey lauded CM Maryam environmental vision and invited Punjab to join the global climate market

Pakistan Published 28 Oct, 2025 05:31pm

World Bank warns of rising inflation in Pakistan amid post-flood disruptions

Growth to remain around 3%; report urges reforms to boost exports and job creation

Pakistan Published 28 Oct, 2025 04:33pm

Pakistan’s economy grows 3% as World Bank calls for continued reforms

Fiscal tightening, reforms helped stabilise growth; agriculture hit by floods, says report

Business & Economy Published 17 Oct, 2025 08:59pm

FBR’s tax reforms presented as global case study at World Bank meet

Unveils new digital platform IRIS 3.0

Business & Economy Published 11 Oct, 2025 07:45pm

Aurangzeb embarks on six-day US visit for IMF, World Bank annual meetings

Over 65 high-level engagements planned as Pakistan seeks deeper economic cooperation and global investor confidence

Business & Economy Updated 24 Sep, 2025 06:00pm

Pakistan to sign Rs1.225trn financing deal with banks to tackle power sector debt

PM Shehbaz to join Islamabad signing ceremony via video link from New York

Pakistan Published 24 Sep, 2025 12:14pm

PM Shehbaz lauds World Bank’s $40bn support package for Pakistan

Pakistan and WB reaffirm commitment to reforms, growth, and climate resilience

Pakistan Updated 23 Sep, 2025 11:59pm

PM Shehbaz joins world leaders at UNGA 80th session in New York

PM to attend Arab-Islamic summit with Trump, hold key meetings with global leaders and financial chiefs.

Pakistan Published 23 Sep, 2025 06:22pm

World Bank: Poverty in Pakistan rises to alarming 25.3%

Sharp reversal after years of decline; over 7% increase recorded in just three years

Pakistan Published 03 Sep, 2025 12:38pm

Pakistan secures $2bn loan from World Bank for FY2026 projects

Pakistan hosts 57 active projects funded by the World Bank

Pakistan Updated 25 Aug, 2025 03:37pm

World Bank approves $47.9 million grant for education in Punjab

Initiative aims to enhance early education participation and reintegrate out-of-school children into the educational system

Business & Economy Updated 22 Aug, 2025 04:51pm

ADB to provide $410 million package for Reko Diq, sources say

The project, among the world’s largest untapped deposits, is expected to start copper and gold output by 2028 and draw major global investors

Business & Economy Published 05 Jun, 2025 10:21pm

Pakistan’s poverty rate jumps to 44.7%

Anyone earning less than Rs1,200 a day in Pakistan now falls under the poverty category

World Published 25 May, 2025 10:58am

India’s efforts to undermine Pakistan’s economy exposed

India reacts against World Bank's $20 billion aid to Pakistan

Pakistan Published 29 Apr, 2025 12:57pm

Financial closure of $6.4 billion for Reko Diq project expected next month

Final negotiations on loan terms are underway

Business & Economy Published 23 Apr, 2025 11:53am

IMF lowers Pakistan’s GDP growth projection to 2.6% for FY 2025

Unemployment in Pakistan is expected to decrease to 8% in 2025

Pakistan Published 14 Apr, 2025 08:52pm

Billions underutilized as KP’s World Bank-backed education project stalls

Initiative to support schools' restoration, new classroom constructions, teachers' development

Pakistan Published 29 Mar, 2025 05:49pm

World Bank unlocks $300 million lifeline to clear Punjab’s toxic air

Massive funding aims to slash smog, save lives, and clean Punjab’s skies

Pakistan Published 21 Mar, 2025 08:33pm

Energy Minister, World Bank discuss key transmission project for Pakistan’s power future

Matiari-Moro-Rahim Yar Khan transmission line to boost energy sustainability and grid efficiency

Business & Economy Published 19 Mar, 2025 12:40pm

World Bank approves $102m financing for Pakistan’s RAM project

Ministry of Finance will implement the project through SBP

Business & Economy Published 17 Mar, 2025 09:07pm

Pakistan, World Bank discuss $20 billion reform plan under CPF

Finance Minister stresses integrated fiscal and economic reforms for sustainable growth

Pakistan Published 03 Mar, 2025 06:10pm

Owais Leghari: Government to halt further electricity purchases

Power sector reforms discussed with international development partners

Business & Economy Published 03 Mar, 2025 11:07am

Government drops plan to shift electricity tariff rebasing date after IMF rejection

Finance ministry raised no objections to Power Division’s proposal: sources

Pakistan Published 19 Feb, 2025 10:55pm

Finance minister briefs World Bank delegation on government’s reform agenda

Pakistan focused on revenue generation, energy sector reforms, says Aurangzeb

Pakistan Updated 17 Feb, 2025 05:34pm

World Bank pledges $40 billion investment in Pakistan

PM Shehbaz expresses gratitude, calls it a milestone for economic growth

Business & Economy Published 15 Jan, 2025 10:15am

World Bank approves landmark 10-year country partnership framework for Pakistan

CPF will target six crucial development areas