Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has finalized the design for the Pakistan’s new currency notes. This significant announcement was made by SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad during a press conference on Wednesday, where he also addressed the decision to maintain the current interest rate.
The Governor revealed that the process of introducing new currency notes is well underway, and an international expert was involved in creating the design. “The design has been selected, and we are now moving forward with the next steps,” Ahmad shared during the briefing.
Approval Process and Next Step
Ahmad clarified that while the design has been completed, work on the production of the new currency notes will commence once the Cabinet grants its approval. He noted that the transition to the new notes will be carefully managed to ensure a smooth rollout.
The introduction of new currency notes comes as part of the SBP’s ongoing efforts to modernize the financial system and curb issues such as counterfeiting.
A Strategic Move for Economic Strength
This decision to update currency notes reflects a larger strategy by the SBP to maintain the integrity of Pakistan’s financial sector. The introduction of new, more secure notes is expected to combat the circulation of counterfeit money and contribute to the country’s economic stability.
