Finance

The Finance Minister meets with the Malaysian Prime Minister and Senior Advisor BD on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum – Trendy Blogger

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The Finance Minister meets with the Malaysian Prime Minister and Senior Advisor BD on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum – Trendy Blogger

IslamabadFederal Finance and Revenue Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Bangladesh Interim Government Chief Advisor Dr Muhammad Yunus on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos. The Minister attended the opening dinner of the World Economic Forum 2025 Annual Meeting, hosted by Professor Klaus … Read more

Finance Minister reviews New Energy Vehicle Policy 2025 to boost adoption of electric vehicles – Trendy Blogger

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Finance Minister reviews New Energy Vehicle Policy 2025 to boost adoption of electric vehicles – Trendy Blogger

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, chaired a meeting on New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025 at the Finance Department today. The policy aims to address key challenges in the adoption and production of electric vehicles (EVs) and set ambitious targets for the transition to clean energy in the transportation sector. The … Read more

The Ministry of Finance proposes a budget schedule for the fiscal year 2025-2026 – Trendy Blogger

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The Ministry of Finance proposes a budget schedule for the fiscal year 2025-2026 – Trendy Blogger

The Ministry of Finance has finalized the proposed timeline for Pakistan’s federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-2026, with plans to present the budget in the first week of June 2025. Preparatory meetings and deadlines have been set to ensure timely submission and approval of key documents. Under the proposal, all budget documents would be … Read more

Agriculture and information technology are engines of growth: Minister of Finance – Trendy Blogger

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Agriculture and information technology are engines of growth: Minister of Finance – Trendy Blogger

Federal Minister of Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Sunday reiterated his government’s commitment to promoting export-led growth, identifying agriculture and information technology as twin sectors to drive sustainable economic growth in Pakistan. Speaking to farmers and stakeholders in Kamalia (Toba Tek Singh), Aurangzeb emphasized that agriculture and IT are crucial to Pakistan’s economic … Read more

HSBC and IFC partner to bridge the trade finance gap in emerging markets – Trendy Blogger

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HSBC and IFC partner to bridge the trade finance gap in emerging markets – Trendy Blogger

HSBC and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation will provide financing for trade deals worth up to US$1 billion to address the funding shortfall in emerging markets trade. The financing arrangement will see the two institutions equally sharing the risks of a portfolio of trade-related assets held by banks in 20 countries in Africa, Asia, … Read more

The Securities and Exchange Commission approves the 2024-2026 strategic action plan to develop Islamic finance in the non-banking financial sector – Trendy Blogger

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The Securities and Exchange Commission approves the 2024-2026 strategic action plan to develop Islamic finance in the non-banking financial sector – Trendy Blogger

IslamabadThe Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has approved its strategic action plan for 2024-26, which aims to promote the growth and development of Islamic finance in the non-banking financial sector. According to details, the plan has been formulated by the Supreme Committee of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, headed by Mr. … Read more

Finance Minister says policy consistency is more important than policy shifts – Trendy Blogger

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Finance Minister says policy consistency is more important than policy shifts – Trendy Blogger

KARACHI: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stressed the importance of continuity in economic policies, noting that consistency is essential regardless of which government is in power. Addressing reporters on Saturday at the Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OICCI), he said: “When we talk about the economic charter, it does not matter which administration will … Read more

Pakistan poised to lead Shariah-compliant finance: Chairman, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan – Trendy Blogger

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Pakistan poised to lead Shariah-compliant finance: Chairman, Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan – Trendy Blogger

Islamabad: Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), Akif Saeed, highlighted Pakistan’s potential to become a global leader in Shariah-compliant finance. Speaking at a press conference, he revealed that the compliance rate in Pakistani capital markets had reached 90%, in line with international standards. The announcement came ahead of the 2nd International … Read more

The Minister of Finance briefs the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the structural reforms programme – Trendy Blogger

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The Minister of Finance briefs the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the structural reforms programme – Trendy Blogger

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday briefed the Director-General of Humanitarian Affairs and Development at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Ms. Melinda Bohannaun, on the government’s stabilization and structural reforms programme. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Finance, during the meeting with the … Read more

The protests cost Pakistan a staggering Rs. 190 billion per day: Minister of Finance – Trendy Blogger

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The protests cost Pakistan a staggering Rs. 190 billion per day: Minister of Finance – Trendy Blogger

Islamabad:Pakistan is facing an alarming loss of Rs. 190 billion per day as a result of road closures and lockdowns caused by opposition-led protests, according to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. The protests, organized by the opposition party under the leadership of PTI founder Imran Khan, center around issues including Khan’s “unlawful” imprisonment, the February 8 … Read more