Pakistan’s Short-Term Foreign Currency Liabilities Reach $21.6 Billion in September 2026
Pakistan faces a potential $21.60 billion net outflow from maturing foreign currency loans, securities and deposits, while official reserve assets stood at $31.43 billion at the end of September 2026.
MENAP External Debt Reaches $598 Billion as Debt-to-GNI Ratio Records Biggest Regional Jump
The World Bank reports that external debt across the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan reached $598 billion in 2025, with the region recording the largest annual increase in its debt-to-GNI ratio.
Pakistan Takes G-24 Chairmanship as Muhammad Aurangzeb Calls for Fairer Global Financial System
Pakistan has assumed the chairmanship of the G-24, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlining priorities for development financing, climate resilience and reforms in international financial institutions.
ICAP Supports Pakistan Tax Reforms at Islamabad Conference 2026
ICAP President Samiullah Siddiqui joins Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb at Pakistan Tax Conference 2026 to discuss a fairer, simpler and growth-friendly tax system.
Pakistan Nominates Mariam Kayani as Senior Adviser to IMF Executive Director
Pakistan has nominated BS-20 PAS officer Mariam Kayani as senior adviser to the IMF executive director in Washington for a three-year deputation, subject to IMF endorsement.
Pakistan Nears IMF Staff-Level Deal for $1.2 Billion Under EFF and RSF
Pakistan and the IMF are nearing a staff-level agreement that could unlock around $1.2 billion under the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility and climate financing program.
IMF Warns AI Investment Pullback Could Create Global Growth and Financial Risks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warns that a sharp decline in AI investment could affect global growth and financial stability as energy costs, debt and El Niño add pressure.
OICCI Calls on Pakistan to Convert Macroeconomic Stability Into Investment and Export Growth
OICCI has urged Pakistan to build on macroeconomic stabilization by accelerating private investment, exports, energy security and structural reforms while reducing regulatory and compliance burdens.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb Calls for Wider Tax Base to Support Pakistan’s Economic Growth
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says expanding Pakistan’s tax base and improving enforcement are important for economic growth, fiscal stability and stronger public finances.
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.