Pakistan has ramped up cybersecurity protocols to safeguard its financial markets infrastructure from potential Indian cyberattacks, as regional tensions spike following India’s recent military aggression. The decision was made during a high-level emergency meeting at the finance ministry, where officials conducted a rapid risk assessment of the evolving geopolitical landscape.
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) also moved swiftly to block overseas access to certain websites, aiming to neutralise potential threats. Key stakeholders, including the State Bank of Pakistan and major capital market institutions, reinforced their commitment to ensuring market stability and operational continuity during this critical period.
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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, in a briefing to UK Minister of State for South Asia Hamish Falconer, highlighted India’s unprovoked strikes that killed 26 civilians in Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. He underscored Pakistan’s resolve to defend its sovereignty while urging the international community to condemn India’s actions and support a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir dispute.
Authorities reaffirmed that robust measures are in place to protect Pakistan’s economic infrastructure and maintain investor confidence. Regular reviews of the situation and enhanced cyber and physical security measures have been activated across all financial institutions.
