February, 2026

• 11 February

  Finance Minister Meets Global Investors to Promote Private Sector Growth

  

  Islamabad, February 11, 2026: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, met with a high-level international investors’ delegation at the Finance Division to discuss strengthening private sector-led growth and supporting Pakistan’s reform agenda. The delegation included representatives from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), British International Investment (BII), Asian …

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• 10 February

  Nestlé Pakistan Wins OICCI Climate Champion Award for the Second Consecutive Year

  

  KARACHI: Nestlé Pakistan has been recognized for its impactful initiatives in climate action, regenerative agriculture, and circular economy, winning the prestigious Climate Champion Award at the 4th Pakistan Climate Conference for the second year in a row. The award was presented during the 2nd Climate Excellence Awards organized by the …

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• 10 February

  Pak Qatar General Takaful Makes History with Record-Breaking IPO, Lists on Pakistan Stock Exchange

  

  Karachi, February 10, 2026: Pak Qatar General Takaful Limited (PQGTL), Pakistan’s first dedicated non-life takaful company, has formally joined the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) following its historic and record-breaking Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a major milestone in the company’s corporate journey. The listing was celebrated with a traditional gong …

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• 10 February

  Workers’ Remittances Rise 15.4pc to $3.5bn in January

  

  KARACHI: Workers’ remittances to Pakistan recorded a strong inflow of $3.5 billion in January 2026, reflecting a 15.4 percent year-on-year increase, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The central bank said the continued growth in remittances is providing crucial support to Pakistan’s external sector and …

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• 9 February

  State Bank of Pakistan Releases Bi-Annual Monetary Policy Report

  

  Islamabad, 9 February 2026: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) today released its bi-annual Monetary Policy Report (MPR), providing a comprehensive review of macroeconomic developments, outlook, and factors guiding the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decisions since August 2025. The report highlights an improving macroeconomic environment, supported by prudent monetary policy …

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• 9 February

  Visa and HBL Announce Winners of 2026 She’s Next Program in Pakistan

  

  Karachi, 9 February 2026: Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, in partnership with HBL, Pakistan’s premier private sector bank, announced the winners of the 2026 edition of the She’s Next program, celebrating women entrepreneurs across the country. The award ceremony took place at the Pearl Continental Hotel, …

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• 9 February

  ABHI Microfinance Bank, 1LINK to launch 1GO Raast P2M Services for Merchants

  

  ABHI Microfinance Bank Ltd. (Abhi MFB) has entered into a strategic partnership with 1LINK to roll out 1GO Raast Person-to-Merchant (P2M) services.

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• 9 February

  EU and UNDP Launch Shaista Ikramullah Human Rights Education Centre in Lahore

  

  Lahore, 9 February 2026: The European Union (EU), through its Huqooq-e-Pakistan II project, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has inaugurated the Shaista Ikramullah Human Rights Education Centre (SIHREC) in Lahore, aimed at promoting human rights education across Pakistan. The Centre is designed as an interdisciplinary hub …

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• 9 February

  Meezan Bank Reports Rs. 89 Billion Profit for 2025, Declares Total Dividend of Rs. 28 Per Share

  

  Karachi, February 9, 2025: Meezan Bank has announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 89.0 billion, delivering a Return on Equity (ROE) of 34%. The Board of Directors, chaired by Mr. Riyadh S.A.A. Edrees, approved the financial statements …

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• 9 February

  Meezan Bank Expands Correspondent Banking Network with PKR Vostro Account for Freedom Bank Kazakhstan

  

  Karachi, February 9: Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s leading Islamic bank and one of the country’s largest financial institutions, has entered into an agreement with Freedom Bank Kazakhstan to establish a PKR Vostro Account, marking a significant step in strengthening correspondent banking ties between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. The signing ceremony took place …

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