State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)
The central monetary authority and central bank of Pakistan.
Detailed Definition
Established in 1948 by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the State Bank of Pakistan is responsible for regulating the monetary and credit system, issuing national currency (PKR), maintaining national foreign exchange reserves, controlling inflation, and managing macro-financial stability.
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