The World Bank has approved a $700 million loan for the Shahbaz Sharif government to support economic stability and improve public services in Pakistan.
The Shahbaz Sharif government in Pakistan has received major financial support from the World Bank. On Saturday, December 20, 2025, the World Bank approved financial assistance worth $700 million to Pakistan.
According to reports, the funding has been granted under a multi-year initiative aimed at supporting Pakistan’s overall economic stability and improving the delivery of public services. The loan is expected to help the country manage economic challenges and strengthen key sectors.
The approval of this funding comes at a time when Pakistan is facing serious financial pressure, and the assistance is seen as a crucial step toward stabilizing the economy.