Islamabad, November 20, 2025 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $330 million in financing to support Pakistan’s Second Power Transmission Strengthening Project, a key government initiative aimed at expanding the national transmission system and facilitating the flow of low-cost renewable and hydropower to major demand centers.
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Pakistan’s Tax Puzzle: Why More Filers Aren’t Filling the Coffers
Islamabad – July 23, 2025 — Pakistan’s aggressive push to expand its tax base may be costing more than it’s collecting, warns a hard-hitting new report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The findings paint a troubling picture of misplaced priorities, mounting administrative burdens, and a tax system in dire need of simplification and reform.
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Pakistan, ADB seal $350 million women empowerment deal
Islamabad, June 24, 2025 — In a significant stride towards inclusive economic development, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Pakistan have signed a landmark $350 million loan agreement aimed at advancing women’s economic empowerment in the country.
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ADB Projects 2.5% GDP Growth for Pakistan in FY25
Islamabad, April 9, 2025 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected Pakistan Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth at 2.5% for the fiscal year 2025, attributing the forecast to ongoing tight macroeconomic policies.
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ADB, Pakistan Ink $200M Loan Deal to Boost Electricity Distribution
Islamabad, December 31, 2024 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Pakistan signed a $200 million loan agreement on Tuesday aimed at enhancing the country’s electricity distribution system.
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Pakistan Secures $200M ADB Loan for Electricity Improvements
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to support Pakistan in modernizing its power distribution infrastructure and enhancing the capacity of distribution companies to provide reliable electricity.
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Pakistan Gets $500M ADB Loan for Climate Adaptation Program
Islamabad, November 19, 2024 – Pakistan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) formalized a $500 million loan agreement on Tuesday under the Climate and Disaster Resilience Enhancement Program (CDREP), signaling a significant step toward addressing the country’s climate challenges and disaster vulnerabilities.
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ADB Okays $320 Million for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Road Upgrade
Islamabad, September 13, 2024 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a loan of $320 million to support the rehabilitation and development of roads in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. This investment aims to improve safe, all-weather connectivity for rural areas, enhancing access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and markets.
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ADB Approves $100 Million Loan for Uzbekistan
MANILA, July 16, 2024 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced on Tuesday the approval of a concessional loan of $100 million aimed at enhancing perinatal health services for pregnant women and their newborns in Uzbekistan.
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ADB Approves $148.5 Million to Enhance Indian Electricity System
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has greenlit a loan of $148.5 million aimed at bolstering the electric distribution system and improving the resilience of the electricity supply in Sikkim, India.
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