State Bank of Pakistan, United Nations join hands

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KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and UN Women Pakistan on Wednesday signed an MoU to promote women’s empowerment through increased financial inclusion, literacy, and access to finance.

The collaboration aims to enhance gender equality by identifying barriers to women’s participation and expanding digital financial services in underserved areas.

The two organisations will conduct joint seminars, awareness campaigns, and research initiatives. The agreement, while not legally binding, provides a framework to leverage institutional resources for long-term impact.

Published in Dawn, August 28th, 2025

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