Pakistan Holds Formal IMF Talks Ahead of Extended Fund Facility Review
Pakistan initiates discussions with visiting IMF delegation on the third review of its $7 billion Extended Fund Facility and second Resilience and Sustainability Facility, focusing on fiscal performance, reforms, and macroeconomic stability.
Pakistan Highlights Institutional Reforms and Debt Management Strategies at AlUla Conference 2026
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb underscores Pakistan’s progress in fiscal stability, proactive debt management, and sustainable financing initiatives at the AlUla Conference, emphasizing strong institutions and credible policies to manage sovereign debt while supporting growth.
World Bank President Ajay Banga to Meet Pakistani Officials on Economic Reforms and Energy Sector
World Bank President Ajay Banga will visit Islamabad from January 31 to February 4, 2026, meeting Pakistani officials to discuss economic reforms, fiscal sustainability, and energy sector initiatives.
IMF Governance Diagnostic Report Spurs Institutional Reform Push, Senate Told
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb tells the Senate that the IMF governance diagnostic report is a key step toward institutional reforms, detailing recommendations and review processes.
Finance Minister Highlights Pakistan’s Green Finance and SME Reforms with IFAC Delegation
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb meets IFAC delegation to discuss Pakistan’s initiatives on green finance, digital asset regulation, SME modernization, and sustainability reporting frameworks.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb Reviews Pakistan’s Emerging Virtual Asset Framework During First Visit to PVARA
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb conducted his first official visit to the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority, receiving a detailed briefing on the country’s developing oversight framework for digital and virtual assets.
IMF Executive Board Set to Review Pakistan’s Program for $1.2 Billion Tranche on December 8
The IMF’s Executive Board will deliberate on Pakistan’s next tranche totaling $1.2 billion under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility on December 8, following a recent staff-level agreement.
KSE-100 Index Slides for Fourth Straight Session as Market Sentiment Weakens
The Pakistan Stock Exchange continues its losing streak as the KSE-100 index extends its decline for a fourth consecutive session, driven by institutional selling, foreign outflows, and investor unease despite positive economic indicators.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb updates German envoy on IMF review and investment opportunities
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb briefed German Ambassador Ina Lepel on Pakistan’s IMF review mission, economic progress, and investment opportunities, reaffirming commitment to strengthen bilateral trade and cooperation.
PBA and SECP Host Consultative Workshop to Strengthen Bank-Capital Market Collaboration
PBA and SECP held a consultative workshop in Karachi on unlocking capital market potential for banks, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb as Chief Guest. Industry leaders and regulators discussed strengthening collaboration, diversifying financing avenues, and fostering sustainable economic growth.