Pakistan Seeks IMF Approval for New Tax to Fund Rs213 Billion Jinnah Medical Complex
Pakistan has approached the IMF for approval to impose a new municipal tax in Islamabad to finance the Rs213 billion Jinnah Medical Complex, while also exploring alternative funding options including budget reallocations and Panda bonds.
World Bank Highlights Inefficiencies in Pakistan’s Health Budgeting System
A new World Bank report highlights deep flaws in Pakistan’s health budgeting process, citing outdated allocation methods, unpredictable fund releases, and excessive centralization that limit effective service delivery.