IMF Loan
The key to unlocking fresh IMF funds lies in convincing the lender that Pakistan is now ready to undertake real reforms.
Updated 16 Apr, 2024 08:55am
Seeks help with tackling climate change fallout on his first day in Washington.
Published 16 Apr, 2024 08:16am
The World Bank “cannot tackle poverty without the broader view", says head Ajay Banga.
Updated 16 Apr, 2024 09:28am
IMF ministerial meetings and events are scheduled for April 17-19, with additional activities planned from April 15-20.
Updated 15 Apr, 2024 09:19am
Finance minister to attend IMF-WB spring meetings, hold bilateral meetings with Chinese, Saudi, UAE, Turkish counterparts.
Updated 13 Apr, 2024 07:58am
Says Pakistan is successfully completing its existing programme, the economy is performing somewhat better, with reserves now being built up.
Published 11 Apr, 2024 11:01pm
The next IMF programme will be far tougher than any other Pakistan has embarked on in the past.
Updated 09 Apr, 2024 10:05am
PM Shehbaz says new loan programme "very important to consolidate economy".
Updated 05 Apr, 2024 09:22am
Premier stresses to "not let any kind of politics near" the matter; says new IMF deal very important.
Updated 04 Apr, 2024 04:41pm
It is a tragic situation, not least because it is unclear how the government intends to assist ordinary Pakistanis who have had
Updated 03 Apr, 2024 09:51am
Global financial body calls fiscal consolidation, reforms amid weak coalition, political instability "biggest challenges".
Updated 01 Apr, 2024 09:27am
Encourages development of equity, debt markets to fund infrastructure projects, calls for reduced reliance on banks.
Published 30 Mar, 2024 08:33am
Encourages development of equity, debt markets to fund infrastructure projects, calls for reduced reliance on banks.
Updated 30 Mar, 2024 08:33am
Says the size of programme hasn't been decided yet; set to go to Washington on Apr 14-15.
Updated 29 Mar, 2024 03:26pm
Says government’s actual responsibility is to achieve economic stability, progress towards growth while monitoring inflation, other issues.
Updated 26 Mar, 2024 08:46pm
Suggests that the government refrain from hastily signing an agreement with the lender.
Updated 26 Mar, 2024 10:07am
Sees liquidity improvement with IMF inflows.
Updated 24 Mar, 2024 10:27am
Muhammad Aurangzeb says the Fund is “very receptive” to the request, says Pakistan plans to sell as much as $300m in Panda bonds this year.
Published 22 Mar, 2024 05:03pm
Fears rise over Pakistan’s capacity to service debts.
Updated 22 Mar, 2024 11:11am
Says deep-rooted structural reforms needed during term of new IMF deal; SIFC members vow to take tough decisions in country's larger interest.
Updated 21 Mar, 2024 09:40pm
$1.1bn due next month after staff-level accord reached on final review of current package.
Updated 21 Mar, 2024 08:48am
Invites "neighbouring countries" to devise plan against terrorism together; PM, cabinet to forgo salaries and perks; calls for Charter of Unity.
Updated 20 Mar, 2024 08:12pm
The country will receive final $1.1bn tranche after Executive Board's approval expected in late April.
Updated 20 Mar, 2024 02:48pm
Fund’s mission set to issue statement after getting clearance from headquarters.
Updated 20 Mar, 2024 08:02am
Wrap-up meeting today to finalise letter of intent and Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies.
Updated 19 Mar, 2024 08:54am
A pattern of reliance on IMF bailouts, coupled with a lack of substantial reforms, has led to a scenario where Pakistan is on the brink and masses are reeling from economic pain.
Updated 18 Mar, 2024 10:03am
PPP has aptly advised Centre to worry about improving its tax collection rather than eying provinces’ share of tax revenues.
Updated 17 Mar, 2024 09:24am
Party protests outside lender’s offices; Fund officials refuse to accept letter in person.
Published 16 Mar, 2024 07:00am
Government lays seven controversial ordinances amid opposition by PTI and JUI-F.
Updated 16 Mar, 2024 07:24am
Finance minister expresses government's commitment to working with the lender on a reform agenda for country’s economic growth and stability.
Updated 14 Mar, 2024 10:28pm
