The State Bank of Pakistan announced vacation on May 28, 2025 to observe Youm-E-Takbeer, marking the day when Pakistan became a nuclear power in 1998.
According to the notification of the State Bank, following the decision of the Government of Pakistan, all the offices and branches will remain closed on Wednesday May 28, respecting the national holiday.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) also announced that it would remain closed while respecting the holidays.
May 28 is officially recognized as a public holiday on a national scale to celebrate the production of 1998 which saw Pakistan became the first Muslim majority country to acquire nuclear capacities, marking a pivotal moment in its history.
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This achievement was a response to regional security dynamics and assured that Pakistan’s defense capacities were robust and credible.
