On Monday, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) presented the International Monetary Fund (IMF) with an overview of Pakistan’s current fiscal standing, detailing revenue collection progress for the fiscal year 2024-25 and addressing strategies to bridge a projected shortfall of Rs 230 billion for the second quarter (October-December).
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IMF Delegation to Visit Pakistan for EFF Performance Review
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will dispatch a mission to Islamabad from November 11 to 15 to address Pakistan’s fiscal challenges and explore potential corrective measures, including a possible mini-budget.
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Pakistan Plans to Impose Fossil Fuel Surcharges Under IMF Deal
Karachi, November 5, 2024 – In a bid to bolster its tax-to-GDP ratio, Pakistan is set to introduce surcharges on fossil fuels as part of an aggressive revenue collection strategy outlined in the latest annual report by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), released on Tuesday. This initiative is in response to commitments made to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under a new financial arrangement aimed at stabilizing the country’s economy.
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Pakistan’s Economy Shows Stability Under New IMF Program
Karachi, November 2, 2024 – Pakistan’s economy appears to be on a path of gradual stabilization, supported by the new International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, according to analysts at Topline Securities Limited. With significant improvements in external accounts, a sharp decrease in inflation, and fiscal consolidation, analysts suggest that while the growth outlook remains modest, the country’s economic fundamentals are strengthening.
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Aurangzeb Urges IMF Prioritize Social Safety, Climate Resilience
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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