SBP receives $500m loan from ADB

SBP receives $500m loan from ADB

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The funds are aimed at addressing the impact of clime change

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KARACHI (Dunya News) – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has received a $500 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

According to the SBP, the funds are aimed at addressing the impact of clime change.

The inflow is expected to bolster Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves by the end of the week.

Pakistan had signed the $500 million loan agreement with the ADB under the Climate and Disaster Resilience Enhancement Programme.

The programme aimed to bolster Pakistan’s institutional framework for planning, preparations, and response to climate change and disasters while promoting inclusive investment.

Additionally the ADB has granted Pakistan $1 million to assist with the programme’s implementation.

The agreement was signed by ADB Country director Emma Fan and Pakistan’s Secretary of Economic Affairs Kazim Niaz.