World Bank Commits $20 Billion to Pakistan in Landmark 10-Year Development Plan

The agreement aims to address Pakistan's economic challenges, climate resilience, and private sector growth starting in 2026.

The World Bank has announced a $20 billion funding plan for Pakistan under a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) spanning 2026 to 2035.
The funding will target critical areas such as clean energy, climate resilience, child nutrition, education, and private sector investment.
Pakistan's economy has shown signs of recovery after narrowly avoiding default in 2023 with a $7 billion IMF bailout, but it continues to face significant economic challenges.
The World Bank emphasized the need for sustained reforms to attract private investment and address long-standing issues like a low tax base and external debt.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the plan, calling it a vote of confidence in Pakistan's economic resilience and a step toward creating lasting opportunities for its citizens.