The B-READY reforms launch in Karachi
The B-READY reforms launch in Karachi, led by the Board of Investment, Sindh Investment Department, and the REMIT programme, was a strong reminder that Pakistan’s business future hinges on getting the fundamentals right – and doing them consistently. Tom Burge, Deputy Head of Mission at the British Deputy High Commission Karachi, highlighted the real opportunity […]
Fourth Cabinet Committee on Regulatory Reforms – Driving Real Economic Impact
The Fourth Cabinet Committee on Regulatory Reforms, chaired by Pakistan’s minister for industry and minister for Investement, approved a set of targeted reforms aimed at transforming key economic sectors and boosting Pakistan’s competitiveness globally. Here’s what got approved and why it matters: Reforms in Venture Capital & Startups- Pakistani startups have collectively raised USD 1+ […]
Climate and Gender Budget Tagging Workshops Underway Nationwide
Climate and Gender Budget Tagging (C&GBT) workshops are currently underway across the country, advancing efforts to integrate climate resilience and gender responsiveness into public finance systems. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa , a two-day training on Climate and Gender Budget Tagging focused on strengthening participants’ understanding of how climate and gender considerations can be systematically integrated into […]
Be Ready Pakistan!
We will soon be initiating a strategic collaboration with the Government of Sindh to support the World Bank’s B-Ready (Business Ready) reform agenda. As a technical partner, REMIT will work closely with government to identify key institutional and regulatory bottlenecks affecting businesses across the province. Using the B-Ready framework as a diagnostic and reform tool, […]
REMIT convened a two-day Climate and Gender Budget Tagging Workshop
REMIT convened a two-day Climate and Gender Budget Tagging Workshop with the Government of Balochistan, in collaboration with the Finance Department and allied departments, bringing together over 60 senior officials from government departments. On the occasion, Special Secretary Finance, Government of Balochistan, Mr. Muhammad Arif Khan, emphasized that strengthening budget systems through effective climate and […]
Climate and Gender Budget Tagging Workshops in Gilgit
Climate and Gender Budget Tagging Workshops in Gilgit Secretary Finance appreciates REMIT’s support Continuing its work on Climate and Gender Budget Tagging across Pakistan, REMIT convened a two-day training workshop in Gilgit, bringing together senior government leadership from across Gilgit-Baltistan. The workshop engaged over 60 senior officials from key departments, including Finance, Social Welfare, Water […]
A New Year, Renewed Ambition, Lasting Impact
As we begin the new year, we move forward with clear priorities, renewed ambition, and a strong commitment to building on the achievements of last year. The foundation we have created enables us to pursue the year ahead with confidence, focus, and purpose. “In the end, legacy is not what we deliver – it is […]
Revisit Some Moments from 2025
As the year draws to a close, we revisit some moments from 2025, a year that gave us much to be proud of, and an even greater responsibility to continue and sustain the work ahead. Here’s a look at some of our best moments.
Regulatory Reform Initiative Ceremony in the Prime Minister’s House
Reform is a long and demanding journey, one that can test patience. Yet resilience and perseverance, particularly in public sector reform, are indispensable to meaningful progress. We are immensely proud that two members of REMIT’s technical team, Usman Khan, CFA IMC, and Scott Jacob,s were awarded by the Prime Minister in recognition of their contributions […]
REMIT’s week-long exercise on climate and gender budget
REMIT’s week-long exercise on climate and gender budget tagging concluded successfully, bringing together over 200 participants from 42 departments of the Government of Sindh. Through hands-on activities and practical model runs, participants were introduced to the budget-tagging methodology and actively engaged in reviewing relevant actions and measures within their departments. The exercise emphasized how climate […]