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Affordable Loans to Be Expanded for SME

Affordable Loans to Be Expanded for SMEs, Agriculture, IT and Housing

A high-level review of Pakistan’s Access to Finance Plan was chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Banks were urged to increase affordable lending to priority sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. The plan was designed to expand credit access for SMEs, agriculture, exports, renewable energy, housing and information technology. The SME sector was described as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, while greater financial support was directed to be provided for business growth, investment and job creation.

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PM Shehbaz Arrives in Bishkek

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Engro to Sell EPCL Stake for Rs19.7bn

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