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Pakistan Launches First Green Sukuk Bond Amid Economic Optimism and Reform Drive

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Pakistan marked a significant milestone in its financial landscape with the launch of its first domestic Green Sukuk bond, aimed at bolstering environmentally sustainable development and attracting Shariah-compliant investment. The announcement came during a high-profile event addressed via video link by Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, who congratulated the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on the achievement.

The launch coincided with the national Day of Gratitude, observed across the country to celebrate recent military and economic successes. Minister Aurangzeb highlighted ongoing budget consultations and emphasized investor confidence in Pakistan’s macroeconomic stability, citing productive meetings in Washington and London.

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“We must look towards the Malaysian model,” he noted, underlining the urgency of addressing climate threats through innovative financial tools. Work is ongoing to secure green financing as part of Pakistan’s response to environmental challenges.

PSX Chairperson Shamshad Akhtar, in her address, stressed the importance of Islamic finance, value-based funding, and global green finance partnerships. She lauded the Green Sukuk as fully Shariah-compliant and a moment of pride for the exchange, offering unique opportunities for investors.

The bond is expected to open new avenues for debt financing, critical to national growth, while aligning with global sustainability goals. “Islamic finance is the path forward,” Akhtar concluded.

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