Islamabad – In a pivotal address on Wednesday, Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb underscored the urgent need for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to integrate social protection mechanisms into its lending frameworks, particularly for economically vulnerable nations.
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What Pakistan Committed to IMF for Aggressive FY25 Tax Collection
Karachi, October 11, 2024 – Pakistan has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to substantially increase tax collection in the fiscal year 2024-25. In its latest country report, the IMF outlined Pakistan’s pledge to implement robust fiscal policies designed to bolster tax revenues and meet stringent economic goals, as the country faces ongoing economic challenges.
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IMF Projects Pakistan’s Economic Growth at 3.2% for 2024-25
Islamabad – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected Pakistan’s economic growth to reach 3.2% for the fiscal year 2024-25, marking an improvement from the 2.4% growth achieved in the previous fiscal year. This optimistic forecast comes as part of the IMF’s latest assessment following the approval of a $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme aimed at stabilizing Pakistan’s fragile economy.
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SBP Receives First Tranche from IMF’s $7 Billion Loan Program
Karachi, September 27, 2024 – The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced on Friday that it has received the first tranche of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) $7 billion loan program.
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IMF Board Approves $7 Billion EFF for Pakistan
In a significant economic development, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has approved a $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Pakistan. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) announced this on Wednesday, marking a crucial moment for the country’s struggling economy.
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Aurangzeb Confident of IMF Loan Approval at September 25 Meeting
Islamabad, September 24, 2024 – Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, expressed confidence on Tuesday that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will approve a 37-month, $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Pakistan during its board meeting on September 25, 2024. His optimism comes as Pakistan seeks much-needed financial assistance to stabilize its economy and ensure sustained reforms.
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IMF Loan Hope: Aurangzeb Foresees Good News for Pakistan
Islamabad, September 20, 2024 – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, announced on Friday that Pakistan is expected to receive favorable news from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on September 25, 2024.
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IMF Takes Up Pakistan Loan Program on September 25 Agenda
Islamabad – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that its Executive Board will consider Pakistan’s loan request under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) on September 25, 2024. The agenda for the board meeting includes the “Pakistan – 2024 Article IV Consultation and Request for an Extended Arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility.”
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US Economy Booms, But Debt Remain Major Concerns: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its latest assessment of the United States economy, highlighting both strong points and areas requiring attention.
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IMF, Pakistan Reach Staff-Level Agreement on $7 Billion EFF
Islamabad, July 13, 2024 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan have announced a staff-level agreement for a $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF). However, the disbursement of these funds awaits approval from the IMF’s executive board.
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