Pakistan receives USD 1.3 bn loan from IMF: Central bankPakistan has recieved USD 1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund. This funding comes from two separate programs, the Extended Fun...
13 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Pakistan secures $1.32 billion IMF funding amid push for reforms, economic stabilityThe International Monetary Fund board has approved new funding for Pakistan. This decision allows for immediate disbursements of approximat...
09 May, 2026, 11.52 PM IST
‘We are not like India...’: Pakistan minister admits on live TV country has no strategic oil reserves, says stock only for five to seven daysPakistan's energy vulnerability is highlighted as Petroleum Minister Musadik Malik revealed that Islamabad possesses only a few days of cru...
02 May, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Global Market Update: Pakistan's central bank hikes key rate by 100 bps to 11.5%Pakistan's central bank raised its key policy rate by 100 basis points to 11.5% on Monday, its first hike in almost three years, as rising ...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
US-Pakistan tango: This risky double-game may dent Islamabad’s relations with Beijing, and also cause international humiliationIran's foreign minister refused to meet a US delegation in Pakistan, exposing Islamabad's risky diplomatic tightrope walk. This move, alleg...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.39 AM 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
IMF defends Pakistan bailout, says all targets were metThe IMF defended its recent bailout package to Pakistan, confirming that the country met all necessary targets for disbursement under the E...
23 May, 2025, 01.09 AM IST
'Ye official bheekmange hai', Pakistan took a $1 billion loan from the IMF: Asaduddin Owaisi, claims it will fund terrorismAIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply criticised the IMF for approving a $1 billion loan to Pakistan, accusing it of financing terroris...
10 May, 2025, 05.51 PM IST
"Those bailing out Pakistan should see clearly", says Foreign Secretary as India prepares to present case at IMF board meetingIndia will present its position on Pakistan’s loans at the IMF board meeting, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri criticising Pakistan’s hi...
09 May, 2025, 12.07 AM IST
IMF urges Pakistan to bring reforms to energy sectorIMF presses Pakistan for energy reforms, debt targets, and subsidy cessation. Ongoing talks with IMF for a new loan program and budget plan...
11 May, 2024, 08.44 PM IST
Pakistan, IMF to start negotiations on Thursday for release of $710 mn second tranche of $3 bn loanThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to visit Islamabad on Thursday to conduct an assessment of the nation's economic perform...
01 Nov, 2023, 04.43 PM IST
IMF asks Pakistan to revise budget as deadline looms: ReportPakistan and the IMF are making efforts to evolve a broader agreement on the budgetary framework which, if struck, could pave the way for a...
25 Jun, 2023, 10.34 AM IST
Lack of tenable answers to the IMF may delay release of funds to Pakistan: ReportPakistan had in the current fiscal, estimated flood-related reconstruction costs at PKR 251 billion (USD 1.1 billion). The IMF had asked Pa...
24 Dec, 2022, 01.55 PM IST
IMF board releases over $1.1 billion in Pakistan bailout fundsIn a statement, IMF Deputy Managing Director Antoinette Sayeh said adhering to scheduled increases in fuel levies and energy tariffs was "e...
30 Aug, 2022, 05.06 PM IST
Pakistan's economy slows down, projected to grow around 5.2 % this yearThe govt of Pak has listed fiscal squeeze and low outputs in agriculture and manufacturing sectors among the reasons for slowing down of th...
29 Sep, 2018, 02.28 PM IST