IMF Urges Pakistan To Restrict Direct Government Contracts With State Owned Companies
IMF has asked Pakistan to limit direct government contracts with state owned companies to exceptional cases as differences over new public procurement rules delay their approval.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets IMF Leadership to Review Macroeconomic Reforms
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses Extended Fund Facility progress, tax reforms, privatization, and external stability with senior IMF officials.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Arrives in Washington for Strategic Bilateral Trade Talks
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb begins a three-day Washington visit to negotiate bilateral trade agreements and tariff frameworks with US officials.
National Assembly Committee Approves 15 Year Tax Exemption for PIA Privatization
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance approved a fifteen year tax exemption on aircraft imports to prevent the collapse of the PIA privatization process.
ESCAP Projects Pakistan Economic Growth at 2.6 Percent Amid Recovery and Climate Risks
The latest UN ESCAP report forecasts 2.6 percent growth for Pakistan in FY26 while highlighting significant inflation reduction and successful solar energy initiatives.
Pakistan Updates Citibank on IMF Progress and Capital Market Re-Entry
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlines Pakistan’s economic milestones including IMF agreements, Eurobond repayments, and upcoming Panda Bond issuances during a meeting with Citibank.
Pakistan Finance Minister Meets Moody’s to Advocate for Credit Rating Upgrade
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb highlights IMF progress and structural reforms to Moody’s in a bid to improve Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Outlines Pakistan Economic Reform and Digital Transformation Path at Atlantic Council
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb discusses Pakistan’s shift toward investment-driven growth, digital infrastructure, and renewable energy at the Atlantic Council.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Commends Pakistan Economic Stability and Structural Reform Progress
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva praises Pakistan fiscal discipline and reform efforts during a strategic meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Outlines Strategic Economic Vision at Citi Macro Forum
At the Citi Macro Forum in Washington Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb detailed Pakistan response to global supply shocks and new trade opportunities at Gwadar.