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Finance ministry clarifies IMF EFF reforms, rejects “new conditions” claims

Islamabad, December 14, 2025 – Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance has clarified the intent, context, and continuity of reform measures under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Extended Fund Facility (EFF), addressing recent public debate over claims of “new conditions” attached to the program.
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December 14, 2025
Aurangzeb appreciates Standard Chartered Bank’s continued support to Pakistan

Islamabad, December 12, 2025 — Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Friday commended Standard Chartered Bank for its sustained support to Pakistan’s economic stabilization and reform agenda, particularly during the negotiation and implementation of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).
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December 12, 2025
World Bank approves $400 million to boost water and sanitation services in Punjab

Islamabad, December 12, 2025 – The World Bank has approved $400 million in financing for a major new initiative aimed at expanding access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services across Punjab. The project, known as the Punjab Inclusive Cities Program (PICP), will also strengthen the financial and institutional capacity of local urban administrations in 16 secondary cities.
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December 12, 2025
Pakistan faces new structural benchmarks for IMF loan compliance

Islamabad, December 12, 2025 – Pakistan has been set 11 new structural benchmarks (SBs) by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of the ongoing Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) programs.
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December 12, 2025
Pakistan’s weekly foreign exchange reserves increase by $23 million: SBP

Karachi, December 11, 2025 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday released its weekly update on the country’s foreign exchange reserves, reporting a slight but encouraging rise of $23 million for the week ending December 5.
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December 11, 2025
Pakistan receives $1.2 billion from IMF: SBP

Karachi, December 11, 2025: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has received approximately $1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) programs, the central bank said on Thursday.
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December 11, 2025
ECC approves amendments to vehicle import policy, greenlights multiple fiscal measures

Islamabad, December 9, 2025 – The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) on Tuesday approved significant amendments to Pakistan’s vehicle import policy, revised margins for oil marketing companies (OMCs) and petroleum dealers, and endorsed a wide array of measures covering energy, trade, and administrative reforms, according to the Finance Division.
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December 9, 2025
IMF approves Pakistan’s second EFF review, first RSF review; unlocks $1.2 billion disbursement

December 9, 2025 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed Pakistan’s second review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the first review of the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), paving the way for a fresh disbursement of approximately US$1.2 billion.
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December 9, 2025
Aurangzeb reaffirms commitment to strengthen Pakistan’s formal economy at Nestlé meeting

Islamabad, December 8, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday reaffirmed the government’s dedication to strengthening Pakistan’s formal economy and promoting responsible, long-term investment during a high-level meeting with a delegation from Nestlé Pakistan.
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December 8, 2025
11th NFC Inaugural Meeting: Aurangzeb Highlights Federal-Provincial Unity

Islamabad, December 5, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb chaired the inaugural meeting of the 11th National Finance Commission (NFC) on Thursday, emphasizing the shared commitment of the federation and provinces to fulfill a key constitutional responsibility.
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December 5, 2025