The Resident Representative of International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Pakistan Dr Mahir Binici has said that the ongoing Middle East conflict is likely to create a significant economic slowdown and heightened risks across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP) region. He was speaking at an outreach session here at Sustainable Development Policy […]
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IMF revises gas levy formula under energy reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised the calculation method for the “off-the-grid” levy imposed on gas used by captive power plants in Pakistan, marking a key adjustment under the country’s ongoing energy reform programme. Read More: IMF sets new reform targets for Pakistan According to officials, the revised framework changes the reference point for levy […]
IMF Executive board to review $1.2 billion installment for Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has scheduled a meeting of its Executive Board on May 8 to consider the approval of a $1.2 billion installment for Pakistan under its ongoing financial assistance programme. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has scheduled a crucial executive board meeting on May 8, 2026, to approve the release of over […]
IMF board to meet on May 8 to approve disbursement of over $1.2bn to Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called a meeting of its executive board on May 8 to approve the disbursement of more than $1.2 billion to Pakistan under two concurrent programmes – $7bn Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), IMF officials told. Pakistan has qualified for the disbursement of about $1bn […]
Pakistan meets most IMF targets, $1.2 billion tranche approval likely
Pakistan has achieved 13 out of 17 quantitative targets set under the IMF loan programme by December 2025, while two targets were not met and data for two others could not be provided to the IMF. According to sources, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) could not share required data regarding income tax collection from […]
IMF sets new reform targets for Pakistan
The International Monetary Fund has set new structural targets for Pakistan for the next year, focusing on improving the country’s economy and governance. The targets were agreed upon between Pakistani authorities and the IMF as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen financial discipline and institutional transparency. Read More: Pakistan, IMF begin crucial economic review talks in Islamabad […]
IMF chief praises Pakistan’s reform progress after meeting Aurangzeb
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has praised Pakistan’s progress on economic reforms and noted improvements in macroeconomic stability following a meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, according to statements released on the sidelines of the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington. Read More: Finmin highlights reform priorities at Harvard discussion The finance minister […]
Pakistan receives $2 billion from Saudi Arabia
Pakistan has received $2 billion from Saudi Arabia, confirmed the State Bank of Pakistan, marking a significant boost to the country’s foreign exchange reserves amid ongoing economic pressures. Read More: Saudi Arabia pledges $3 billion support for Pakistan According to official confirmation, the funds were transferred as part of Saudi financial support commitments to Pakistan. The development […]
Federal development budget slashed by Rs173bn amid IMF pressure
Pakistan’s federal development budget has been reduced by Rs173 billion amid pressure from the International Monetary Fund and the economic impact of ongoing Middle East tensions, officials said on Wednesday. Read More: Federal development spending remains slow in first five months According to the Ministry of Planning, the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) has been cut […]
Aurangzeb discusses economic ties with US, attends IMF panel in Washington
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has held high-level meetings with US officials and participated in an International Monetary Fund (IMF) panel during his visit to Washington for the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. Read More: UN chief António Guterres praises Pakistan’s role in US Iran talks, during a telephone conversation with Ishaq Dar According to the […]