National Conference on Pakistan Economy

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is pleased to announce the National Conference on Pakistan Economy. The conference will bring together researchers from academia, policymakers, market practitioners and opinion leaders to present and discuss the contemporary issues faced by Pakistan’s economy. The conference will also serve as a platform to promote and showcase research related to SBP’s Research Agenda 2026-2029. Therefore, the themes of the conference are in accordance with those in research agenda.

Conference Sub-Themes:

1. Monetary Policy Transmission Amid Supply Shocks and Structural Shifts (Research Agenda: Theme I)
2. Evaluating the Role of Capital Inflows and Export Competitiveness for External Sector Sustainability (Research Agenda: Theme III)

Date: 18 December-2026
Venue: SBP Auditorium, Karachi

National Conference on Pakistan Economy

Date: 18 December 2026 Venue: SBP Auditorium, Karachi

Overview

SBP invites researchers, academics, and policymakers to submit their high-quality original research papers for the upcoming National Conference on Economy. This high-level, one-day conference will explore how policymaking in Pakistan must adapt to meet the emerging challenges. Given the recurring global shocks, the commodity and energy markets remain volatile. These shocks have amplified the vulnerabilities for economies like Pakistan due to their dependence on imported energy. Such shocks, due to their unpredictability and sever impact, also have significant implications for price stability. For building long term resilience to supply shocks, strong external buffers are necessary. For this, a competitive and vibrant export sector, and well-functioning and deep domestic markets are essential to increase exports and tap foreign capital.

The conference seeks to bring together researchers, experts, policymakers, and thought leaders to discuss the policy prescriptions, and necessary actionable reforms and to chart a strategy for the future.

Accepted papers will be presented in dedicated sessions, complemented by keynote addresses and policy roundtables comprising of renowned subject experts. The conference will also serve as a platform to promote and showcase research aligned with the SBP’s Research Agenda 2026-2029.

Conference Themes

We welcome submissions of original research and case studies that are aligned with, but not limited to, the following themes:

• Monetary Policy Transmission Amid Supply Shocks and Structural Shifts (Research Agenda: Theme I)
• Evaluating the Role of Capital Inflows and Export Competitiveness for External Sector Sustainability (Research Agenda: Theme III)

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstract: August 20, 2026
• Submission of Full-Length Papers: September 30, 2026
• Communication of Decision to the Authors: October 15, 2026
• Submission of Final Presentations: November 15, 2026
• Conference Date: December 18, 2026
• Submitted papers will undergo an evaluation process led by a committee of experts.

The selected authors will be invited to present their papers. In case of authors outside Karachi, SBP will cover economy class return travel and stay for 2 nights in Karachi.

Submission Guidelines

• All abstracts and full papers must be submitted by the deadlines outlined above.
• Submitted papers will undergo an evaluation process led by a committee of experts.
• The selected authors will be invited to present their papers. In case of authors outside Karachi, SBP will cover economy class return travel and stay for 2 nights in Karachi.

For Abstract/Paper Submission and Inquiries:

Please send your submissions and queries to: [email protected]