IMF Sets 11 New Structural Benchmarks for Pakistan under EFF and RSF Programs
Pakistan has been assigned 11 new structural benchmarks by the IMF under the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility, focusing on fiscal reforms, governance, financial stability, and energy and trade sector improvements.
Pakistan Targets Sharp Debt Reduction to 63% of GDP by 2028 as Fiscal Stability Improves
Pakistan’s latest Debt Sustainability Analysis projects a decline in total public debt to 63 percent of GDP by FY2028, supported by fiscal discipline, economic recovery, and improved external stability, though vulnerabilities to macroeconomic shocks persist.
Over 10,500 Major Retailers Integrated into FBR’s POS System to Boost Transparency and Digital Taxation
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has integrated 10,562 top-tier retailers into its Point of Sale (POS) system by September 2025, marking a major push toward documentation, digital taxation, and compliance among Tier-I retailers, including restaurants, textile, and leather businesses.
Pakistan Charts Path to Sustainable Growth Through Private Sector and Structural Reforms
Pakistan Business Summit 2025 emphasizes private sector-led growth, structural reforms, and economic competitiveness, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlining strategies for sustainable recovery and inclusive development.
ADB Forecasts Pakistan’s Economy to Grow in FY2026 with US Trade Deal Support, Flood Risks Remain
The Asian Development Bank projects Pakistan’s economy to grow 3% in FY2026, supported by reforms and a US trade deal, but warns flood risks could slow growth and pressure inflation.
ADB stresses reforms and disaster resilience as drivers of Pakistan’s economic growth
The Asian Development Bank projects Pakistan’s economy to expand steadily, emphasizing sustained reforms and climate resilience as crucial for long-term growth amid structural challenges and recurring disasters.
President Constitutes 11th National Finance Commission to Reframe Federal-Provincial Resource Sharing
The President has constituted the 11th National Finance Commission to redefine the distribution of financial resources between the federation and provinces. Chaired by Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, the NFC includes provincial finance ministers and nominated experts, with a mandate covering tax proceeds, borrowing powers, grants, and national project funding.