PM Shehbaz Orders Swift, Easy-Term Loans to Boost SMEs
— January 5, 2026
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed relevant institutions to fast-track the provision of easy-term loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through banks and financial institutions.
Chairing a review meeting on SMEDA’s business plan, the PM emphasized SMEs as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy, highlighting their potential to enhance exports.
A three year roadmap for SME development was presented, while the PM lauded SAPM Haroon Akhtar and the newly formed SMEDA board for devising a practical plan.
The meeting reviewed SME challenges, strategies for global competitiveness, and initiatives to strengthen women’s participation in the sector.