ISLAMABAD, February 5, 2026: Pakistan’s government has assured there is no external financing gap ahead of the arrival of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission later this month for the third review under the ongoing $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF). Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized that ongoing discussions with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding the rollover of a $3 billion loan are on track.
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Exodus of MNCs from Pakistan: Aurangzeb admits high taxes, energy costs
Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Wednesday acknowledged that high taxation, elevated energy tariffs and costly financing have prompted some multinational companies (MNCs) to exit Pakistan, while maintaining that overall investor confidence remains stable as new domestic and foreign players continue to enter the market.
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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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Pakistan’s tax-to-GDP ratio expected to hit 11% in FY26: finance minister
Islamabad, December 8, 2025 – Pakistan’s tax-to-GDP ratio is projected to reach 11% in the current fiscal year (FY26), Finance and Revenue Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced on Monday.
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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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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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Climate change, population growth among Pakistan’s biggest challenges: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, December 1, 2025 — Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has warned that Pakistan cannot unlock its long-term economic potential without confronting two of its most pressing threats: climate change and rapid population growth.
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Pakistan prioritizing new economy and reforms for sustainable growth: Aurangzeb
Islamabad, November 30, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that the government is placing strong emphasis on developing the new economy, alongside advancing key structural and institutional reforms, to ensure long-term and sustainable economic growth in Pakistan.
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Aurangzeb pledges to tackle IMF-highlighted corruption in Pakistan
Islamabad, November 27, 2025 – Pakistan’s Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb on Thursday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to address corruption-related issues highlighted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its recent report.
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Finance Minister Aurangzeb Makes First Visit to Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority
Islamabad, November 20, 2025 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb paid his first official visit to the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA) on Thursday, receiving a comprehensive briefing on the country’s developing regulatory framework for virtual assets.
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