The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has introduced an updated Master Circular for Asset Management Companies (AMCs) and Investment Advisers (IAs), aiming to simplify regulatory compliance and improve operational efficiency across Pakistan’s mutual fund industry. The revised circular brings together all relevant regulatory requirements into a single, comprehensive document. By consolidating various circulars, […]
SECP to Introduce Fintech and Modern Market Skills Courses for Pakistan’s Youth
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) is set to launch a series of new educational programs focused on financial technology and modern market skills as part of a broader effort to strengthen Pakistan’s financial sector workforce. SECP Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu announced the initiative while outlining plans to modernize financial sector training […]
SECP Seeks Stakeholder Input to Revitalize Pakistan’s Debt Market
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has initiated a fresh push to reform Pakistan’s corporate debt market by launching three focused surveys aimed at gathering insights from key stakeholders. This move reflects the regulator’s broader strategy to modernize financial markets, improve transparency, and encourage greater participation in debt instruments. By inviting feedback, the SECP […]
Ali Farid Khwaja Appointed SECP Commissioner to Drive Market Reform
The Government of Pakistan has appointed Ali Farid Khwaja as a Commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), signaling a new era of digital-first regulation and global market integration. The official notification was issued on January 27, 2026, confirming a three-year term with immediate effect. Khwaja’s appointment is executed under Sections 5 […]