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A new World Bank report calls for stronger fiscal federalism in Pakistan, highlighting the need to align financing with responsibilities, broaden the tax base, and improve public service delivery.

Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema held a meeting with World Bank Country Director for Pakistan Bolormaa Amgaabazar to review ongoing cooperation and discuss priorities under the Country Partnership …

The World Bank has approved an additional $55 million for Pakistan’s Electricity Distribution Efficiency Improvement Project to enhance power sector efficiency and support broader reform goals under the Country Partnership …

Islamabad, July 5, 2025: The World Bank has approved an extra $55 million in funding for Pakistan’s Electricity Distribution Efficiency Enhancement Project. The approval was given on June 27, 2025, under …

Finance Minister reaffirmed the mutual commitment between Pakistan and the World Bank towards economic resilience and inclusive development.

World Bank recommends a free exchange regime, affordable energy, easy financing and improvements in bankruptcy laws to increase exports.

Islamabad, 22 May, 2025: A high-level meeting was held today at the Finance Division between Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, and a senior World Bank delegation …

Islamabad, 15 May, 2025: The World Bank has clarified that it is not acting as a mediator in the Indus Waters Treaty, a water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, a spokesperson …

World Bank President Ajay Banga has reaffirmed that the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) between India and Pakistan cannot be unilaterally suspended or altered, stating that any changes must be mutually …

Islamabad, Apr 20, 2025: The World Bank has sanctioned an extra $108 million in funding for Pakistan, targeting the enhancement of infrastructure and strengthening resilience in the rural and tourism …