ISLAMABAD: Asian Development Bank has reiterated its commitment to continue its support to the deprived segments of the society in Pakistan through the platform of BISP.

Director General for Central and West Asia Department of ADB Werner Liepach said this during a meeting with Secretary BISP Omar Hamid Khan in Islamabad today.

He said PTI Government is more inclined towards executing social sector initiatives through indigenous funding or soft grant options.

Secretary BISP Omar Hamid Khan welcoming the support exhibited by ADB for BISP programs said that ADB has a pivotal role in supporting women empowerment and poverty reduction in the country.