24 Apr, 2026
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Finance Minister Pushes Cashless Economy Vision in Key Mastercard Meeting

Muhammad Aurangzeb advanced Pakistan’s push toward a cashless economy during a high-level meeting with Tucker Foote, Chief Government Affairs Officer at Mastercard. The discussion took place in Washington, D.C. on the sidelines of the World Bank IMF Spring Meetings 2026. The meeting centered on accelerating digital payments and expanding financial inclusion across Pakistan. Both sides […]

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FM Aurangzeb Calls for Urgent Action on Climate Change and Population Growth at Pakistan Population Summit

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has underscored the urgent need for Pakistan to confront the dual challenges of climate change and rapid population growth, describing them as critical barriers to unlocking the nation’s full economic and developmental potential. Speaking at the Pakistan Population Summit in Islamabad, the minister highlighted that meaningful progress requires collective responsibility, strategic […]