IMF Urges Pakistan to Expand Tax Base and Implement Growth-Oriented Economic Reforms
IMF Pakistan representative Dr. Mahir Binici calls for a broader and fairer tax system, stronger governance, higher health and education spending and structural reforms to support investment and sustainable economic growth.
Pakistan External Debt Reaches $135.1 Billion as China Remains Largest Creditor, World Bank Reports
Pakistan’s external debt nearly doubled between 2015 and 2025, reaching $135.1 billion, with China as its largest individual creditor, according to the World Bank’s International Debt Report 2026.
Pakistan Secures $7.3 Billion Debt Rollover from Saudi Arabia, China and Kuwait
Pakistan receives rollover assurances for $7.3 billion in loans from Saudi Arabia, China and Kuwait, while expecting a $1.21 billion IMF disbursement in December to manage $21 billion in external payments.
SBP Raises Pakistan Policy Rate to 12% as Inflation Outlook Worsens
The State Bank of Pakistan raises its policy rate by 50 basis points to 12% as higher energy prices, rising inflation and external financing risks complicate the economic outlook for FY27.
IMF Projects Pakistan Current Account Deficit at $4.5 Billion and Financing Needs at Up to 25% of GDP
The IMF warns Pakistan faces external financing risks from rising imports and moderating remittances, projecting a $4.5 billion current account deficit and financing needs of 22% to 25% of GDP.
IMF Calls for Broader Tax Reforms to Support Pakistan’s Sustainable Economic Growth
The IMF has urged Pakistan to move beyond fiscal targets by strengthening tax administration, broadening the tax base and creating space for public investment and social spending.
IMF Calls for Fairer Tax System and Stronger Economic Reforms in Pakistan
The IMF has urged Pakistan to broaden its tax base, reduce exemptions and improve policy predictability to sustain economic stability, attract investment and support export-led growth.
IMF Calls for Pakistan Tax Reforms, Broader Tax Base and Export-Led Growth
The International Monetary Fund has urged Pakistan to broaden its tax base, rationalise concessions and strengthen revenue administration as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb pushes for sustainable, export-led economic growth.
Pakistan FX Reserves Rise to $21.5 Billion as GDP Growth Reaches 3.7% in FY26
Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recovered to $21.5 billion by October 9, 2026, while economic growth reached 3.7% in FY26, according to State Bank Governor Jameel Ahmad.
IMF Pakistan Talks: Fund Seeks End to Electricity Cross-Subsidy for Low-Usage Consumers
IMF and Pakistan begin negotiations on a draft economic policy framework, with power-sector circular debt, electricity subsidies, tax collection and the current account deficit among key issues.