Punjab’s flagship housing initiative, “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar,” has attracted growing international attention, with the World Bank and several countries expressing interest in the programme as a model for affordable housing development. Read More: ‘Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ scheme tops world rankings, says Punjab CM According to officials, government institutions and agencies from Canada, Saudi […]
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Pakistan, WB discuss human capital development, tech-led service delivery
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and World Bank (WB) delegation, led by Vice President for Human Development, Ms. Mamta Murthi here on Wednesday discussed strengthening cooperation in human capital development, focusing on skills enhancement, improved health outcomes, education, social protection and technology-driven public service delivery. The delegation included Ms. Bolormaa Amgaabazar, […]
Iran US War Triggers Economic Strain Across 27 Countries
Iran-US War Triggers Economic Strain Across 27 Countries as growing conflict between Iran and the United States has created serious financial pressure in multiple regions. According to a British news agency report, 27 countries have formally approached the World Bank for financial assistance due to rising economic challenges linked to the crisis. The report states […]
WB delegation visits FP Bund and RBOD, assesses damage
A delegation from the World Bank, accompanied by Pakistan Peoples Party MPA Sardar Khan Chandio, visited the FP Protective Bund and RBOD (Right Bank Outfall Drain) sum, as well as the Kheer Thar Mountains and Balochistan here on Saturday. During the visit, PPP MPA Sardar Khan Chandio briefed the delegation about the damage caused by […]
Govt, WB discuss strategy to digitise property tax system
Sindh Minister for Local Government Syed Nasir Hussain Shah held an important meeting with a high-level delegation of the World Bank regarding the Sindh Property Tax Modernization and Enhancement initiative, in which a comprehensive strategy was discussed to modernize the property tax system in the province, expand its scope and significantly increase revenue. The meeting […]
Aurangzeb discusses economic ties with US, attends IMF panel in Washington
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has held high-level meetings with US officials and participated in an International Monetary Fund (IMF) panel during his visit to Washington for the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. Read More: UN chief António Guterres praises Pakistan’s role in US Iran talks, during a telephone conversation with Ishaq Dar According to the […]
Aurangzeb held meetings with World Bank officials during Spring Meetings 2026
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held key meetings with senior officials of the World Bank Group during the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington, focusing on economic cooperation and reform priorities. Read More: Finmin discusses reform agenda, social protection with WB’s director In his meeting with Anna Bjerde, Managing Director (Operations) at the […]
Aurangzeb arrives in Washington for IMF World Bank meetings
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has arrived in Washington, D.C. to attend the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Spring Meetings 2026, as Pakistan continues efforts to strengthen its economic reform agenda amid global uncertainty. Read More: Aurangzeb meets IMF to assess EFF progress According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, the minister will participate in high-level discussions […]
Economic shock of ME war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings
Top finance officials from around the world will convene in Washington this week under the shadow of the war in the Middle East, which has delivered a third major shock to the global economy after the COVID pandemic and Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Top International Monetary Fund and World Bank officials last […]
Finance minister leaves for US to attend IMF, World Bank meetings
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the United States to participate in key international financial meetings hosted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Read More: US reaffirms support for Pakistan’s economic reform agenda The high-level meetings are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. from April 13 to 18, […]