Karachi, April 18, 2026 – Pakistan has repaid $2 billion in deposits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said on Saturday, as the country continues to meet its external debt obligations while managing pressure on foreign exchange reserves.
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Governor SBP tells investors Pakistan macro outlook improving despite risks
Washington, April 18, 2026 – The Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, has said said Pakistan’s key macroeconomic indicators have improved faster than expected this fiscal year, while acknowledging that renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose fresh risks to the outlook.
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Pakistan imports from UAE fall, exports rise in March amid Gulf tensions
Karachi, April 18, 2026 – Pakistan’s imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) declined sharply in March, while exports posted a modest increase, as regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict disrupted trade flows, central bank data showed.
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Aurangzeb says Pakistan’s economy showing stabilisation, investor confidence rising
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Friday outlined an improving economic outlook and ongoing reform agenda, saying recent policy measures have helped restore investor confidence and reopen access to international capital markets.
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Pakistan urges safe passage in Hormuz, backs diplomacy to end conflict
UNITED NATIONS, April 17, 2026 — Pakistan called on the international community to ensure the security of ships and crew in the Strait of Hormuz and restore normal maritime traffic, warning that ongoing disruptions are inflicting widespread economic damage beyond the Middle East.
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Pakistan posts $1.07 billion current account surplus in March 2026
KARACHI, April 16, 2026 — Pakistan recorded a current account surplus of $1.07 billion in March 2026, according to balance of payments data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday, reflecting an improvement from the previous month despite ongoing regional tensions.
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PM Shehbaz thanks Saudi Arabia for support in talks with Crown Prince MBS
April 16, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s continued support for Pakistan’s economic stability during a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah, the Prime Minister’s Office said.
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PM Shehbaz arrives in Saudi Arabia on Middle East peace push
ISLAMABAD/RIYADH, April 15, 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, launching a three-nation diplomatic tour aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East and strengthening regional cooperation.
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Saudi Arabia to provide $3 billion in additional deposits to Pakistan: Aurangzeb
WASHINGTON, April 15, 2026 – Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia has committed an additional $3 billion in deposits for Pakistan, a move expected to strengthen the country’s foreign exchange reserves and support external financing stability.
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Pakistan seeks new financing options as UAE declines debt rollover
WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 14, 2026 — Pakistan is exploring alternative financing avenues after the United Arab Emirates declined to roll over a $3 billion loan for the first time in seven years, increasing pressure on the country’s external accounts amid rising global oil prices.
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