Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif met World Bank President Ajay Banga, who called on her along with his delegation. The chief minister welcomed the World Bank president and the visiting delegation. During the meeting, both sides discussed enhancing cooperation in the sectors of health, education, Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar (housing), Suthra Punjab and climate […]
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WB president commends ongoing reforms during meeting with PM
World Bank Group (WBG) President Ajay Banga called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday as Pakistan acknowledged the group’s valuable support, which has been instrumental in advancing the country’s economic development and reforms. According to the PM Office, the prime minister welcomed Banga for his first official visit as the president of the WBG. […]
WB President Ajay Banga visits Taxila
The President of the World Bank, Mr. Ajay Banga, visited the Taxila Museum accompanied by Federal Minister for Finance, Mr. Muhammad Aurangzeb.The delegation was warmly received by Punjab’s Minister for Local Government and Community Development, Mr. Zeeshan Rafique. During the visit, the delegation visited archaeological sites and reviewed initiatives undertaken for the protection of cultural […]
World Bank Chief: Pakistan’s reforms are on the right track
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with World Bank President Ajay Banga in New York during the UN General Assembly session. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, and Information Minister Atta Tarar also attended the meeting. The two sides discussed Pakistan’s economic reforms and future cooperation. PM Shehbaz briefed Ajay Banga on the […]
PM Shehbaz pushes IMF to factor flood impact in economic review
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and World Bank President Ajay Banga during the 80th UN General Assembly session in New York. He discussed Pakistan’s economic reforms and future cooperation with both leaders. Shehbaz appreciated the IMF’s strong partnership and timely financial support through various programs, which helped stabilize Pakistan’s economy. […]
Indus waters treaty can’t be unilaterally paused, says world bank
The World Bank has stated that there is no provision to unilaterally suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. President Ajay Banga emphasized that while the treaty can be amended or terminated by mutual consent, it cannot be suspended by one party alone. He clarified that India has not suspended the treaty but has only put it […]