Punjab Revenue Authority Scales Service Tax Collection Through Digital Monitoring
Punjab Revenue Authority records a 33% year-on-year growth in sales tax collection for March 2026 driven by administrative reforms and the Large Taxpayer Unit.
World Bank Reaffirms $20 Billion Development Commitment to Pakistan Under Country Partnership Framework
Pakistan and the World Bank reviewed progress under the Country Partnership Framework, with the Bank reaffirming its $20 billion, ten-year development program focused on reforms, resilience, and delivery.
IMF Chief Commends Pakistan’s Economic Reforms, Backs Continuation of IMF Programme
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has praised Pakistan’s commitment to difficult economic reforms, citing improved budget discipline and reaffirming IMF support for continued programme engagement.
Pakistan Plans Return to Global Bond Markets, Eyes Dollar, Euro, Sukuk and Panda Bonds
Pakistan is preparing to return to international bond markets after four years, citing macroeconomic stabilization, IMF-backed reforms, improved ratings, and stronger foreign reserves.
World Bank Calls on Pakistan to Fast-Track Private Investment to Meet CPF 2026–35 Targets
The World Bank has urged Pakistan to accelerate private investment reforms, warning that current levels remain below CPF 2026–35 targets, and highlighted structural constraints, export potential, and priority reforms during talks with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.
World Bank Highlights Pakistan’s Fragile Economic Recovery and Need for Reforms in 2025
The World Bank’s Pakistan Development Update 2025 warns that the country’s 3% growth rate is insufficient to reduce poverty or unemployment, urging structural reforms, tax expansion, and climate resilience to ensure sustainable economic recovery.
Climate Change and Population Growth Major Obstacles to $3 Trillion Economy, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has identified climate change and population growth as the two biggest obstacles to Pakistan’s $3 trillion economy target. Speaking on Geo News, he warned of economic damage from recent floods and rising poverty, while Miftah Ismail emphasized the need for reforms and renewable energy adoption to achieve sustainable growth.
Pakistan’s Per Capita Income Rises to Rs 42,000 Per Month Amid Economic Recovery
Pakistan’s per capita monthly income has reached Rs 42,000, supported by improved GDP growth and economic stability, as the government focuses on fiscal reforms and digital transformation to sustain inclusive growth.
Federal Government Urges Provinces to Accelerate IMF Reforms Ahead of Key Review Deadline
The federal government has pressed Pakistan’s provincial administrations to urgently resolve pending IMF-related commitments and fiscal targets to ensure smooth progress in the second review of the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as well as the $1.4 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), with key reforms hanging in the balance.
Pakistan and IMF begin talks on $7bn Extended Fund Facility and RSF reviews
Pakistan and the IMF have opened talks on the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) reviews, focusing on fiscal performance, governance reforms, and anti-money laundering measures.