IMF Mission Reports Progress on Pakistan Economic Review as Extended Fund Facility Talks Move Toward Conclusion
The International Monetary Fund mission led by Iva Petrova highlights significant progress in Pakistan’s third EFF and second RSF reviews following two weeks of high-level discussions.
OGDCL Receives Rs7.725 Billion Eighth Installment Under Circular Debt Settlement Plan
Oil and Gas Development Company Limited receives Rs7.725 billion as eighth monthly interest installment from Power Holding under Rs92 billion circular debt settlement mechanism.
Interloop CEO Outlines Strategic Roadmap to Boost Pakistan’s Exports
Musadaq Zulqarnain, CEO of Interloop Limited, emphasizes apparel growth, skill development, and energy reforms as key drivers for sustainable export-led expansion in Pakistan.
Pakistan Reforms Report 2026: Over 600 Reforms Implemented as Energy and Digital Sectors Lead
Mishal Pakistan’s Reforms Report 2026 highlights over 600 reforms across 135 institutions, major energy sector changes, Rs1.4 trillion expected savings, and more than 200 Digital Pakistan initiatives.
Pakistan in Talks for $36 Billion Power Sector Refinancing to Cut Electricity Tariffs
Pakistan is negotiating $36 billion in long-term financing with international lenders and Saudi Arabia to refinance power sector debt over 13 years, aiming to lower industrial electricity tariffs and manage circular debt.
Pakistan Advised by World Bank to Use Results-Oriented Strategy for Multibillion-Dollar Power Sector Financing
The World Bank has recommended Pakistan adopt a results-driven approach to secure multibillion-dollar refinancing for the power sector, emphasizing regulatory reforms and targeted sectoral interventions to boost growth, investment, and employment.
NEPRA Flags Rs397bn Circular Debt Increase Linked to DISCO Inefficiencies in FY25
NEPRA’s State of the Industry Report 2025 shows weak performance by power distribution companies added Rs397 billion to Pakistan’s circular debt in FY25, highlighting governance and operational failures.
OGDCL Collects Rs7.725 Billion Sixth Installment Under Pakistan’s Circular Debt Plan
OGDCL receives Rs7.725 billion as the sixth monthly installment from Power Holding Limited under Pakistan’s circular debt settlement mechanism, marking steady progress in addressing the energy sector’s financial liabilities.
Pakistan Commits to Tax Reforms and Policy Measures to Unlock IMF Tranches
Pakistan has pledged to increase excise duties on fertilisers, pesticides, and sugary items while implementing energy and SOE reforms, aiming to meet IMF targets and strengthen fiscal stability amid ongoing economic recovery.
Pakistan Energy Sukuk Fee and Margin Waivers Announced by PSX, NCCPL and CDC
Pakistan’s key capital market institutions have waived all fees, taxes, and margin requirements on Pakistan Energy Sukuk transactions to support the government’s circular debt settlement plan extending to 2031.