Pakistan Completes Historic Early Debt Repayment, Strengthening Fiscal Credibility
Pakistan repaid over Rs3,650 billion of domestic debt ahead of schedule, marking the first time in the country’s history, improving debt sustainability, reducing borrowing costs, and creating fiscal space for growth.
Pakistan’s Central Government Debt Rises to Rs77 Trillion in August Despite Monthly Decline
Pakistan’s central government debt reached Rs77.46 trillion in August 2025, marking a 10% annual increase driven by heavy domestic and external borrowing to cover the fiscal deficit, despite showing a slight month-on-month decline.
Pakistan Updates Public Finance Management Act 2019 to Strengthen Fiscal Transparency
The federal government has updated the Public Finance Management Act, 2019 with amendments up to June 2024, expanding fiscal responsibility, enhancing oversight of public funds, and strengthening transparency to align Pakistan’s financial framework with global best practices.