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Pakistan Published 09 Oct, 2025 12:57pm

Pakistan, IMF agree to continue policy talks for staff-level deal

Fund acknowledges progress in fiscal discipline, energy and climate reforms

Pakistan Published 08 Oct, 2025 07:37pm

Govt meets another IMF condition as FBR issues draft rules for civil servants’ asset disclosure

The revised framework proposes mandatory asset declarations for Grade 17-22 officers to enhance transparency and governance

Business & Economy Updated 09 Oct, 2025 02:47am

IMF pushes for stronger transparency laws, import restrictions

IMF-Pakistan talks end with differences over governance and anti-corruption reforms

Business & Economy Published 07 Oct, 2025 05:37pm

Further rate cuts hinge on flood impact, IMF review: SBP Governor

Jameel Ahmad says inflation may briefly exceed target band in 2026 but remain contained overall

Business & Economy Published 07 Oct, 2025 05:18pm

Pakistan, IMF talks enter final phase as growth target may drop to 3.5%

Key macroeconomic indicators under review as draft Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies nears completion

Pakistan Published 06 Oct, 2025 08:38pm

IMF urges provinces to fund flood recovery schemes from own resources

Lender warns against reducing fiscal surplus as Pakistan and the IMF review flood impact, tariff policy and power sector reforms

Pakistan Published 01 Oct, 2025 11:31pm

Floods devastate crops, threaten exports; govt vows farmer relief and crop recovery

Energy Minister warns of looming agricultural crisis, stresses technology and contingency funds as key solutions

Business & Economy Published 01 Oct, 2025 08:46pm

Aurangzeb rules out new taxes, says IMF talks ‘positive’ and economy stable

Eurobond payment boosts confidence; Panda bond launch with China expected by November

Pakistan Updated 27 Sep, 2025 05:14pm

IMF demands zero rise in power sector circular debt

Officials brief IMF delegation about plan to eliminate circular debt

Business & Economy Published 26 Sep, 2025 04:55pm

IMF urges Pakistan to boost revenues, cut deficit as review talks enter second day

Subsidy cuts, tax reforms, and fiscal measures dominate discussions with key ministries

World Updated 26 Sep, 2025 05:15pm

Pakistan celebrates ‘historic’ restructuring of circular debt

The newly introduced Debt Servicing Surcharge (DSS) will be applied to consumer bills for the next six years

Business & Economy Published 25 Sep, 2025 06:16pm

IMF mission begins second review talks in Pakistan to unlock $1bn tranche

FBR shares alternative tax plan as discussions cover flood impact and fiscal reforms

Business & Economy Updated 25 Sep, 2025 02:42am

IMF mission to arrive today for review of $7bn loan programme

Two-week visit to assess economic targets; $1bn tranche hinges on successful talks

Pakistan Published 24 Sep, 2025 11:46am

PM Shehbaz urges IMF to factor in flood impact in economic review

In meeting with IMF chief, PM highlights need for post-disaster considerations

Business & Economy Published 17 Sep, 2025 05:14pm

IMF review talks to begin on Sept 25 as five targets remain unmet

$1 billion tranche under cloud as govt struggles with privatisation, other reforms

Business & Economy Published 16 Sep, 2025 06:14pm

Pakistan’s debt position more sustainable than rupee figures suggest, says finance ministry

Debt-to-GDP ratio improves, early repayments and lower interest costs ease fiscal pressure

Business & Economy Published 13 Sep, 2025 10:23pm

IMF says Pakistan’s flood spending, budget agility to be reviewed

Fund expresses condolences as nearly 1,000 lives lost in spreading devastation

Pakistan Published 13 Sep, 2025 09:31pm

PM Shehbaz halts power bill collection in flood-hit areas

Relief package for millions affected by floods to be finalised after IMF talks

Pakistan Published 12 Sep, 2025 03:06pm

Govt seeks IMF nod for municipal tax to fund Jinnah Medical Complex

Project faces hurdles due to IMF's demand to raise funds in three years

Business & Economy Published 11 Sep, 2025 10:26pm

Pakistan, IMF set to begin second review talks for $1bn tranche this month

IMF mission to arrive on Sept 25; review under $7bn programme crucial for next disbursement

Pakistan Published 10 Sep, 2025 04:53pm

Pakistan to enforce 57 car safety standards from October under IMF conditions

New Motor Vehicle Industry Development Act 2025 bans substandard imports and mandates strict licensing for local manufacturers.

Pakistan Published 29 Aug, 2025 03:25pm

Islamabad International Airport operations to be handed over to UAE in new deal

Agreement is set to be finalised under G2G model

Pakistan Updated 13 Aug, 2025 10:45pm

Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating to Caa1

Credit rating agency move reflects improvement in external position

Pakistan Updated 09 Aug, 2025 01:34pm

Pakistan’s education, health budget fails to meet IMF goals

IMF establishes spending ceilings to prioritize health and education funding in Pakistan

Pakistan Updated 29 Jul, 2025 01:49pm

Govt to cut power sector circular debt from Rs2.38 trillion to Rs561 billion in major restructuring

Govt clarifies the surcharge has already reached its 10 per cent cap

Pakistan Published 24 Jul, 2025 12:23pm

IMF turns down Pakistan’s plan for AI, industrial sectors

Marginal energy package is based on availability of 8,000 MW of surplus electricity in the country

▶️ Pakistan Published 23 Jul, 2025 03:54pm

Govt plans hike in petroleum levy amid growing gas sector debt

With circular debt nearing Rs2800bn, govt considers increasing petroleum levy by Rs10

Business & Economy Updated 15 Jul, 2025 12:22pm

IMF raises alarms over tax-free sugar import decision amid price surge

Under IMF agreement, Pakistan is required to avoid granting any tax exemptions or preferential benefits

Pakistan Published 14 Jul, 2025 08:54am

IMF optimistic about Pakistan’s economic performance under EFF program

Experts anticipate continued economic growth for Pakistan by 2025

Pakistan Published 13 Jul, 2025 05:47pm

IMF representative highlights strong economic reform progress in Pakistan

Structural reforms central to Pakistan’s long-term economic sustainability: Mahir Binici