Veon CEO visits Mobilink Bank

Kaan Terzioglu, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of VEON Group, visited Mobilink Bank according to a press release. During his visit, Mr Terzioglu reviewed the bank’s digital-first operating model, customer-centric innovations, and sustainability initiatives. He engaged with customers and observed firsthand how Mobilink Bank is delivering secure, accessible, and future-ready financial services at scale.

Mr Terzioglu said of the visit, “Mobilink Bank’s progress in embedding sustainability into its operations is both timely and impactful. The scale at which the bank is advancing green financing, alongside expanding digital financial access, highlights its commitment to responsible growth. This is a strong example of how financial institutions can support initiatives that are both good for the environment and drive economic growth in emerging markets.”

Beyond environmental impact, Mobilink Bank continues to lead on social inclusion. The Bank has enabled over 31,000 women through targeted financial inclusion programmes in 2025 and is supporting a gross loan portfolio of Rs50.3 billion to expand equitable access to finance for small businesses.

Faysal Bank’s accolades

Faysal Bank Limited receives awards recognising its contributions to community development and its role in fostering impactful corporate–nonprofit partnerships at the 15th Annual CSR Awards, as per a press release.

Yousaf Hussain, President & CEO, Faysal Bank, upon receiving the awards, said, “This recognition reflects the power of meaningful partnerships between the corporate sector and non-profit organisations. When we come together with a shared purpose, we create sustainable impact and uplift communities at scale.” He further added, “Collaborations with non-government organisations, non-profit organisations and others have enabled us to extend our reach, deepen our impact, and build stronger, more inclusive communities”

Through its focused corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives, Faysal Bank has consistently worked alongside non-profit partners to drive long-term, measurable outcomes — empowering underserved communities and contributing to broader socio-economic development.

PQAMC announces dividend

The Pak-Qatar Asset Management Company Limited (PQAMC) has announced a monthly dividend of Rs0.6465 per unit for its Pak-Qatar Monthly Income Plan (PQMIP) for March 2026, according to a press release.

PQMIP continues to deliver a strong performance for investors seeking Shariah-compliant income solutions. The dividend was earned as of March 27, 2026.

PQAMC recently received an Asset Manager rating of ‘AM2+’ with a Stable Outlook from VIS Credit Rating Company Limited, reflecting the company’s solid market position and operational strength.

“We are pleased to announce this distribution to PQMIP unit-holders,” said Farhan Shaukat, Chief Executive Officer of PQAMC. “This reflects our robust investment strategy and ongoing commitment to delivering value to our participants. The recent rating upgrade further validates the confidence our stakeholders place in PQAMC.”

PFSL green bond on PSX

The country’s first rupee-denominated green bond has been listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange, as per a press release. Developed with technical assistance from the UK Government’s MOBILIST programme, the Parwaaz Financial Services Limited green bond is designed to mobilise private capital for climate-aligned investments across renewable energy, clean agriculture, and green transportation.

The listing was commemorated at a gong ceremony in Islamabad. Speaking at the occasion, British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott CMG OBE, said: “The UK is proud to have helped facilitate the Parwaaz Green Bond. This initiative demonstrates how innovative development finance can support local markets in mobilising private capital for investment in climate action and sustainable development.”

Moreover, Khurram Schehzad, Adviser to the Federal Minister of Finance, highlighted that the Social Impact Framework by the Social Impact Financing Committee, established in 2024, supports initiatives like the green bond issuance. He emphasised that public financing alone cannot meet Pakistan’s development and climate needs, and mobilising private capital is crucial to achieving meaningful impact while strengthening capital markets and advancing social impact financing.

Published in Dawn, The Business and Finance Weekly, April 6th, 2026