**Government and National Bank of Pakistan Discuss Boosting Industrial Loans and Investment**
The Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, met with Rehmat Ali Hasni, President of the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), to discuss strategies for increasing financial support to Pakistan’s industrial sector. The meeting focused on expanding industrial loans, promoting investment, and deepening cooperation between the banking sector and industry to facilitate sustainable economic growth.
During the meeting, both officials examined the current state of industrial financing and identified opportunities to enhance the role of banks in supporting industrial development. Haroon Akhtar Khan highlighted the importance of robust financial facilities for sustaining industrial progress, noting that the banking sector’s involvement is indispensable for driving economic activity. He praised the National Bank of Pakistan for its ongoing support to the industry, underscoring that such efforts are vital for creating new economic opportunities.
Khan also emphasized the need for banks to actively participate in investment promotion, reiterating the government’s dedication to fostering a favorable financial environment for businesses. He stressed that a stable and dynamic industrial infrastructure depends on strong partnerships between financial institutions and industry.
In response, NBP President Rehmat Ali Hasni reaffirmed the bank’s support for the government’s vision of industrial development. He assured the SAPM of NBP’s ongoing commitment to providing financial backing that will spur economic growth and strengthen the country’s industrial base.
The meeting concluded with both sides agreeing to continue their collaborative efforts to create a more robust and investment-friendly industrial ecosystem in Pakistan.
