South Asia and Beyond

Pakistan Raises $1 Bn Through Islamic Bond

Cash-strapped Pakistan has raised $1 billion in loans through the Sukuk Islamic bond, which has an interest rate of 7.95 per cent.  It has also pledged a portion of the Islamabad-Lahore motorway as collateral. The money will be used to ensure its forex reserves are maintained at a certain level.

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