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Pakistan Considers Legal Steps Against India Over Indus Waters Treaty Suspension

Pakistan Weighs Legal Action Against India Over Indus Waters Treaty Suspension Pakistan is preparing to take international legal action against India following New Delhi’s unilateral suspension of the Indus…

Admin April 29, 2025

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Aurangzeb Pledges Economic Reforms During Talks in Washington

Aurangzeb Reaffirms Pakistan's Commitment to Economic Reforms During Washington Talks Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has reiterated the country’s dedication to economic reforms and…

Admin April 22, 2025

World Bank Grants 2M for Microfinance Expansion

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World Bank Grants $102M for Microfinance Expansion

ISLAMABAD: The World Bank's board of directors has approved $102 million in funding for the Resilient and Accessible Microfinance (RAM) project, aimed at improving access to microcredit and bolstering the…

Admin March 20, 2025

World Bank Approves 2M to Strengthen Pakistan’s Microfinance Sector

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World Bank Approves $102M to Strengthen Pakistan’s Microfinance Sector

The World Bank's Board of Directors has approved $102 million in financing for the Resilient and Accessible Microfinance (RAM) Project, aimed at enhancing access to microcredit and bolstering the resilience…

Admin March 19, 2025

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World Bank Indicates Economic Stabilization in Pakistan

The World Bank has highlighted that economic stability is beginning to take shape in Pakistan, creating a favorable environment for the signing of a long-term development agreement. Under the recently…

Admin February 28, 2025

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PM Shehbaz Vows to Eradicate Terrorism

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism, emphasizing that Pakistan’s progress and stability are closely tied to national security. During a Federal Cabinet…

Admin February 18, 2025

IFC Considers B Equity Investment Over 10 Years

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IFC Considers $2B Equity Investment Over 10 Years

ISLAMABAD: The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is set to expand its equity investments and focus on large-scale infrastructure financing in Pakistan, with plans to unlock up to $2 billion…

Admin February 16, 2025

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World Bank urges Pakistan to take further steps in stabilizing its economy

The World Bank has urged Pakistan to accelerate reforms in key sectors like energy, water, and taxation to enhance economic development and prosperity. Martin Raiser, the Vice President for South…

Admin January 25, 2025

PM highlights billion CPF as a catalyst for progress

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PM highlights $20 billion CPF as a catalyst for progress

ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday hailed the World Bank’s Country Partnership Framework (CPF) as a groundbreaking initiative, reflecting a decade of strategic collaboration aimed at fostering employment opportunities, promoting…

Admin January 24, 2025

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IMF Cautions Against Trump’s Plans, Raises UK’s Economic Outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its growth forecast for the UK economy to 1.6% in 2025, slightly above its earlier estimate of 1.5%. However, it also issued a…

Admin January 17, 2025