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Pakistan says IMF program on track as finance minister meets deputy chief
Aurangzeb cites strong remittances, Saudi support; seeks diversified financing and deeper IFAD partnership
Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
Aurangzeb cites strong remittances, Saudi support; seeks diversified financing and deeper IFAD partnership
The Abu Dhabi-based acquirer takes over management control and full ownership of the bank
Leghari says load-shedding is being implemented uniformly across urban and rural areas
Monthly surplus widened sharply from February's $231 million; remains below the $1.28 billion surplus recorded in March last year.
Saudi deposits, IMF payout and new borrowing aimed at boosting reserves
Officials say Pakistan will repay about $3.5 billion to UAE, while State Bank of Pakistan has already settled $1.3 billion in Eurobond maturities
Tariff requests linked to mounting deficits and LNG costs
Yields fell across most tenors as government exceeded target by PKR 137 billion
The deployment will provide high-capacity internet connectivity to remote areas in Tanzania with limited fiber and wireless networks
Downside scenario flags sharp rise in credit losses if conflict drags on
External pressures weigh on economy as deficit risks increase
Finance minister says inflows come at a critical time, boosting reserves and external account while reaffirming a target of about $18B under IMF program
The delicate power management comes as government struggles to source cheaper fuel amid Middle East conflict
KOKO Tech Pakistan to offer installment services as Alibaba expands into Pakistan’s digital economy
Of the newly registered companies, 58 received investment from overseas investors
Supply disruptions and rising demand squeeze global markets
Rising oil prices, war pressures strain foreign-exchange buffers
Aurangzeb flags Middle East conflict as major supply shock amid push for IMF board approval
Nine-month cumulative volumes cross 1.6 million units
Tax authority orders 10-year disclosures, warns of action for non-compliance
