Pakistan’s Strategy to Compete for Investment and Exports in a Fragmented Global Economy
As traditional labor cost advantages diminish, Pakistan aims to attract foreign investment and boost exports by focusing on energy security, ESG compliance, and policy reforms. Key leaders discuss strategies in upcoming webinar.
Pakistan Prepares for IMF Review Amid Economic Reforms and $1.2 Billion Disbursement
Pakistan is set to host an IMF delegation for the third review of its economic program, highlighting fiscal reforms, structural improvements, and $1.2 billion in expected disbursements to support growth and stability.
Pakistan Pushes Home-Grown Economic Reforms as PM Shehbaz Meets World Bank President
Pakistan is advancing a comprehensive home-grown economic reform agenda focused on sustainable growth, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discusses implementation and cooperation with World Bank President Ajay Banga in Islamabad.
Pakistan Completes Historic Early Debt Repayment, Strengthening Fiscal Credibility
Pakistan repaid over Rs3,650 billion of domestic debt ahead of schedule, marking the first time in the country’s history, improving debt sustainability, reducing borrowing costs, and creating fiscal space for growth.
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.
World Bank President Ajay Banga to Meet Pakistani Officials on Economic Reforms and Energy Sector
World Bank President Ajay Banga will visit Islamabad from January 31 to February 4, 2026, meeting Pakistani officials to discuss economic reforms, fiscal sustainability, and energy sector initiatives.
Pakistan Launches Economic Governance Reforms as PM Cites Record Low Inflation and Reserve Growth
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launches Pakistan’s Economic Governance Reforms, highlighting record-low inflation, rising reserves, fiscal discipline, and a shift from crisis management to sustainable growth.
ICMAP Presents Strategic Roadmap to Implement IMF Governance Reforms in Pakistan
ICMAP has introduced a comprehensive, action-driven roadmap to convert the IMF’s governance and corruption diagnostics into practical reforms, outlining a 32-pillar framework aimed at strengthening institutions, transparency, and economic stability in Pakistan.
IMF Stresses Energy, Governance, and Fiscal Reforms for Pakistan’s Extended Fund Facility
The IMF highlights the need for structural reforms in Pakistan’s energy sector, state-owned enterprises, governance, and fiscal policies under the Extended Fund Facility, while underscoring macroeconomic stability, targeted social safety nets, and market-driven exchange rates.
Finance Minister Aurangzeb Praises Standard Chartered’s Role in Pakistan’s EFF and Economic Reforms
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has lauded Standard Chartered Bank for its continued support to Pakistan’s economic stabilization and reform efforts, particularly during the IMF Extended Fund Facility negotiations and implementation.

