Pakistan, July 14 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan's transition to a cashless economy will promote sustainable economic growth, improve transparency, and enhance financial efficiency. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad, he praised the government's progress in expanding digital payments across the country. The initiative is expected to benefit millions of consumers, businesses, and welfare recipients while strengthening the formal economy.

The prime minister commended the economic team for accelerating Pakistan's shift toward digital transactions over the past year. He directed authorities to intensify awareness campaigns encouraging merchants to adopt QR code-based payment systems. Shehbaz also ordered that all over...