Advertisement
Categories: NewsPakistan

Pakistan Secures $500 Million ADB Loan for Climate Protection Initiatives

Advertisement

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has expressed appreciation to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for approving a $500 million loan to support climate protection efforts in Pakistan.

Meeting with ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa in Washington, Aurangzeb praised the bank’s continuous support for Pakistan’s development, particularly in bolstering disaster safety measures.

The discussion also focused on strategies for increasing Pakistan’s revenues, enhancing regional cooperation, and expediting the completion of the ADB office in Islamabad. Aurangzeb expressed optimism for the swift implementation of the ADB’s country partnership framework.

The ADB board will review Pakistan’s request for further funding in a meeting scheduled for October 29.

Advertisement
News Desk

Recent Posts

David Petraeus Urges U.S. to Adapt Warfare Strategy Post-Ukraine Gains

Former CIA director David Petraeus has visited Ukraine 10 times since Russia's invasion in 2022.…

17 minutes ago

Pakistan, Turkiye Sign MoU for Judicial Cooperation Boost

Pakistan and Turkey sign MoU to enhance judicial ties. The agreement was signed by Chief…

33 minutes ago

Pakistan Closes Markets Early for Energy Conservation Plan

Federal Government Orders Early Closure of Markets Nationwide The federal government has ordered early closure…

41 minutes ago

Trump to Hold News Conference on Iran After U.S. Airman’s Rescue

President Trump Announces News Conference Following Rescue Washington - President Trump is set to hold…

1 hour ago

NDMA Issues Alert for Thunderstorms, Heavy Rainfall and Snow in Pakistan

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issues alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall in Pakistan…

2 hours ago

Harry Potter TV Reboot Special Premieres This Weekend

New behind-the-scenes special 'Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic' set to premiere this weekend,…

2 hours ago