PAKISTAN: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a circular regarding the government’s decision to implement the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 2231 (2015) dated the 20th July 2015 on the lifting of sanctions against Iran which will allow banks and financial institutions to resume normal business activities within the scope of the resolution. According to a statement, banks and financial institutions have been advised to remain mindful of the activities and persons that continue to remain on the UNSC list, as well as the currencies or financial systems which are subject to certain restrictions.