Finance Minister , Deutsche Bank map out financing strategy, capital market access

Mettis Global reported that Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met a Deutsche Bank delegation on the sidelines of the 2026 World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings. The discussion centred on Pakistan's economic progress and its funding plans, which include sukuk, dollar-settled bonds denominated in rupees and a possible tokenised Eurobond. Aurangzeb also welcomed the bank's interest in advising on the sale of power distribution firms and major airports.

He pointed to better macroeconomic stability, higher foreign exchange reserves, improved sovereign ratings and stronger investor confidence. Aurangzeb additionally reviewed the nation's return to global debt markets, including a private placement, Panda issuance and Eurobonds. He thanked the bank for its long-standing presence in the country and urged wider corporate involvement along with support for inflows into foreign portfolio investment.

Debt management, currency diversification and outreach to investors were further items on the agenda. The discussions additionally touched on investor engagement in Europe and elsewhere abroad.