SECP Committed to Efficient Capital Market and Streamlined Bond Issuance

ISLAMABAD: Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Chairman Akif Saeed stated on Wednesday the Commission’s resolve to foster a transparent and effective capital market by simplifying the bond issuance procedure to save time and costs.

The SECP and Infra Zamin, together with UK International Development and the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), conducted a seminar with the theme “Green Financing via Debt Capital Markets.”

The SECP Chairman also encouraged the private sector to raise disclosure standards for increased transparency and advocated for credit enhancements to increase investor confidence and broaden the investor base.

The seminar examined how debt capital markets may be used as a powerful instrument for funding environmentally friendly projects, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy, and building climate resilience. Discussions revolved around the use of credit enhancement as a strategy to de-risk bonds, making them an appealing investment option for long-term liquidity pools such as asset managers and insurance firms. The SECP’s role in encouraging innovation and creating channels for private sector involvement in green finance was also highlighted.

The speakers emphasized the considerable societal advantages of green finance, emphasizing its capacity to promote sustainable development and climate resilience. They emphasized the critical responsibilities that various stakeholders, including governments, financial institutions, regulatory agencies, and development partners, must play in establishing an enabling environment for the growth and issuance of green bonds. A primary focus of the debate was the function of credit enhancement mechanisms in mitigating investor risks, so making green investments more appealing and practical.

Representatives from PIDG, Guarant Co, and the British Council shared convincing success stories from developing economies, demonstrating how innovative credit enhancement instruments have been crucial in mobilizing large-scale funding for green infrastructure and environmentally sustainable projects. These examples demonstrated how de-risking strategies may close investment gaps and accelerate the flow of capital toward climate-aligned initiatives.