Pakistan to repay USD 1.5 billion outstanding UAE debt by April 23Pakistan's central bank plans to settle a USD 1.5 billion loan with the United Arab Emirates by April 23. This move follows a USD 2 billion...
19 Apr, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
For a few billion dollars, Pakistan has landed in dire straitsPakistan is facing big economic stress after the UAE has demanded repayment of a multibillion-dollar deposit. This has strained the country...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.03 AM IST
Pakistan says all options on table for funding, weighs strategic fuel reservePakistan is exploring various financing options, including Eurobonds and commercial debt, to replace a $3.5 billion UAE facility and bolste...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Iran war leaves crisis-scarred countries counting the costIran war: Sri Lanka, Egypt, and Pakistan are struggling with rising energy costs. The Iran war has worsened their economic situations. Thes...
13 Apr, 2026, 10.47 AM IST
'Dubai may become part of Akhand Bharat': Pakistan Senator Mushahid Hussain after UAE demands $3.5 billion loan repaymentPakistan Senator Mushahid Hussain has cautioned the United Arab Emirates. He warned about the UAE's growing relationship with India. Hussai...
07 Apr, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
"Messenger at best": Former diplomat Sunjay Sudhir calls out Pakistan's 'mediator' bluffPakistan’s claims of mediating the Iran-US conflict face a reality check as Iran rejects engagement via Islamabad. Former envoy Sunjay Sudh...
05 Apr, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Pakistan cuts petrol prices by 80 rupees per litre amid Israel-Iran warPakistan will reduce petrol prices by 80 rupees per liter to 378 rupees. This cut comes from the government's petroleum levy. The decision ...
04 Apr, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
IMF says it has made progress in Pakistan funding talksThe International Monetary Fund has reported significant progress in its discussions with Pakistan regarding funding facilities. Talks are ...
12 Mar, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level agreement for $1.2 billion loan dealPakistan and the IMF have reached a staff-level agreement for a USD 1.2 billion loan, pending board approval. This funding, split between t...
15 Oct, 2025, 11.23 AM IST
India abstains from voting at IMF meet: Congress says Modi govt 'chickened out'India abstained from voting on IMF loans to Pakistan, prompting Congress to criticize the Modi government for not issuing a stronger "no" v...
09 May, 2025, 11.27 PM IST
Can Pakistan fight India on borrowed money?India-Pakistan tensions: Following the Pahalgam attack, India is employing economic pressure tactics against Pakistan, including potential ...
06 May, 2025, 02.51 PM IST
India to ask IMF & other global multilateral agencies to review loans, grants to Pakistan: SourceIndia has requested the International Monetary Fund to review loans given to Pakistan. This comes amid rising tensions after an attack in K...
02 May, 2025, 07.27 PM IST
India may oppose $1.3 billion IMF loan to PakistanIndia is considering opposing a $1.3 billion IMF loan to Pakistan, citing concerns about misuse of funds and support for terrorism. The IMF...
30 Apr, 2025, 01.10 AM IST
IMF asks Pakistan to end preferential treatment to agriculture, textile sectorsThe IMF has urged Pakistan to eliminate special protections and tax breaks for its agriculture and textile sectors. These practices have hi...
14 Oct, 2024, 11.34 AM IST
Pakistan, IMF commence negotiations for release of $710 mn second tranche of $3 bn loanPakistan and the IMF have initiated discussions to secure the second tranche of a $3 billion bailout package, beginning on a positive note....
03 Nov, 2023, 02.21 PM IST
No IMF money to Pakistan to repay Chinese debt: US"We are working and making clear within the IMF that if it were going to supply any funding to Pakistan it would not be used to repay Chine...
13 Dec, 2018, 12.10 PM IST
IMF should evaluate CPEC projects objectively while granting bailout package to Pakistan: ChinaHe said an IMF team is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on November 7 to negotiate the programme, likely to span over a three-year period.
15 Oct, 2018, 04.28 PM IST