International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2024
This conference will explore current growth trends and risks in emerging markets and discuss key factors for successful implementation and maximized business opportunities to bring supply and demand to the next level.
Microfinance Solar Loans: For Pakistan, This Can Be a Sustainable Road Ahead
Mobilink Bank is actively promoting climate finance in Pakistan, enabling individual borrowers and SMEs to access financing for solar energy products.
The IMF Has Raised the Alarm Bell on Pakistan’s Microfinance Sector. Where Does It Stand?
This concern is not new; the microfinance sector has been grappling with severe challenges for a couple of years.
Women’s Advancement in Banking in Emerging South Asian Countries: Findings and Recommendations for Nepal
This study aims to identify opportunities that can help achieve more equitable work outcomes for women employees in the banking industry in Nepal.
Open Finance Self-Assessment Tool and Development Roadmap
This technical guide introduces the open finance self-assessment tool and development roadmap. It provides practical tools for policymakers to use to decide whether to implement an open finance regime to advance financial inclusion.
Egypt-Based Fintech MNT-Halan Acquires Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank
Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank Limited, the target of the acquisition, represents the Pakistani branch of the renowned Advans Group, a leading international microfinance group with operations spanning nine developing countries.
Ericsson, Telenor Microfinance Bank Strengthen Partnership to Propel Easypaisa Financial Services
Ericsson and Telenor Microfinance Bank have signed a multi-year extension of their partnership to propel easypaisa’s financial services offerings and expand the horizon of their service portfolio within the fintech sector in Pakistan.
IFC’s $56-Million Investment in Global IME Bank to Bolster Gender and Climate Financing in Nepal
The aim of the investment is to boost competitiveness in the small and medium enterprise finance market while also improving financial inclusion, creating jobs, and supporting the nation's climate goals.
The State Bank of Pakistan Awards In-Principle Approval to 5 Digital Retail Banks
The awardees include HugoBank Limited, KT Bank Pakistan Limited, Mashreq Bank Pakistan Limited, Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited and Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited.
Pakistan’s President Calls for Measures to Strengthen Financial Inclusion, Gender Equality
President, Dr. Arif Alvi urged the banking institutions to take measures to further strengthen financial inclusion and gender equality in the sector.