We are shocked to hear that a heritage college building, built in 1905 in memory of the distinguished Sir James #Ewing, Principal of @FCCollege and Vice Chancellor or @PU_OfficialPK has been taken over by the government for demolition. We call on CM @MaryamNSharif to stop this!
As we observe #InternationalMotherLanguageDay today, we also remember those Pakistanis who were martyred for advocating for the #Bengali language in 1952 in Dhaka. All languages in Pakistan are to be respected and celebrated as our strength and reflection of our great diversity.
If you’re coming to Pakistan for the first time, skip the “where to eat” lists for a second and start with film. Mehrub Moiz Awan (@mehrubawan) shares three picks to watch before (or while) you’re here.
@PikettyWIL shares his 3-book starter shelf for thinking about economics and inequality, especially if you’re coming in cold and don’t know where to begin, at the most recent @ThinkFestPK.
Our heart bleeds for all those martyred and injured in the #IslamabadSuicideBombing at an Imam Bargah. #Terrorism in all its forms must be eradicated. We must remain united as ONE #Pakistan!
HBL was pleased to serve as the Title Sponsor of Afkar-e-Taza ThinkFest 2026, a platform that brings together diverse perspectives on Pakistan’s most pressing economic and social questions.
During the event, Muhammad Nassir Salim, President & CEO – HBL, joined policymakers and industry leaders for a panel discussion on Cashless Economy & Financial Inclusion, where he spoke about the shift toward a cashless economy being driven by economic necessity and the importance of building digital systems that strengthen trust while expanding access for underserved segments.