Pakistan External Debt Reaches $135.1 Billion as China Remains Largest Creditor, World Bank Reports
Pakistan’s external debt nearly doubled between 2015 and 2025, reaching $135.1 billion, with China as its largest individual creditor, according to the World Bank’s International Debt Report 2026.
Pakistan Takes G-24 Chairmanship as Muhammad Aurangzeb Calls for Fairer Global Financial System
Pakistan has assumed the chairmanship of the G-24, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlining priorities for development financing, climate resilience and reforms in international financial institutions.
IMF Projects 3% Global Economic Growth for 2026 Amid Rising Risks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said global growth is expected to reach around 3% in 2026, while warning about energy risks, high public debt, stalled disinflation and AI uncertainty.
Emerging Markets Must Gain Greater Influence in Global Economic Governance, Says Pakistan Finance Minister
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasizes stronger roles for emerging markets in global economic decision-making, highlighting coordinated policies amid geopolitical tensions and technological change.