The World Bank began discussions with Pakistan for additional loans, presenting a formal offer of USD 425 mln to support microfinance banks and social sector projects, including the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP). The proposed financing includes USD 250 mln for the Crisis-Resilient Social Protection Program (CRISP) through BISP and USD 175 mln for the new Resilient and Accessible Microfinance Program (RAMP) to enhance microcredit access and bolster the resilience of the microfinance sector and its clients.