Pakistan

Fintech / Regtech

Pakistan Amends Non-Bank Lending Rules to Boost Fintech, Inclusion

By Mark Johnston | 20/11/2025

The securities regulator has introduced credit guarantee institutions, raised microfinance loan limits, and revamped peer-to-peer lending frameworks.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan, China Advance Plans to Launch Cross-Border ETF

By Mark Johnston | 17/11/2025

Regulators and market leaders gathered in Pakistan to advance a cross-border China ETF and push key policy reforms for Islamic finance and REITs.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Allows Brokers to Operate Trading Accounts for Minors

By Mark Johnston | 10/11/2025

New rules developed under SECP guidance outline broker compliance, funding, and trading prohibitions for under-18s' accounts.

ESG / Sustainability

Pakistan Opens Consultation on Expanded ESG Disclosure Guidelines

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/09/2025

Pakistan’s securities regulator has proposed additions to ESG disclosure rules, with mandatory reporting set after 2029, to align listed firms with climate goals.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Regulator Gains Direct Access to Stock Market Surveillance

By Editors | 29/09/2025

MOU gives the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan real-time monitoring capabilities to enhance market integrity and curb abuse.

Fintech / Regtech

Pakistan SEC Prioritising Digitalisation to Expand Financial Access

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/09/2025

The SECP is rolling out digital initiatives such as online account openings, product distribution and share depository integration, while also planning retail sukuk.

AML / KYC

RBI Urges Banks to Tighten Scrutiny on Pakistan Fund Flows

By Editors | 27/08/2025

RBI directed lenders to enhance checks on indirect fund transfers from Pakistan, citing high risks of arms financing.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Pakistan Taps Japan's Soramitsu for Digital Currency Pilot

By Editors | 13/08/2025

The central bank aims to boost financial inclusion and modernise payments with a pilot programme for a central bank digital currency.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Pakistan to Fast-Track Crypto Regulation for Banking and Trade

By Editors | 31/07/2025

The government is developing a legal and regulatory framework and plans to issue licences for banks and forex companies to trade virtual assets.