Islamabad, Pakistan – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Pakistan have made substantial progress in negotiations to reach a Staff-Level Agreement (SLA) under the ongoing 37-month Extended Arrangement supported by the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).
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Aurangzeb Rules Out Mini Budget After Productive IMF Talks
Islamabad, November 16, 2024 – Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has dismissed the possibility of introducing a mini-budget after the conclusion of successful discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The talks, which included an in-person visit by the IMF mission led by Nathan Porter, were described as productive and aimed at fostering confidence rather than reviewing Pakistan’s economy.
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IMF Recommends Reducing State Role in Pakistan Economy
Islamabad, November 16, 2024 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended that Pakistan reduce state intervention in its economy and foster greater competition to support sustainable growth. This advice followed the conclusion of a staff visit to Pakistan, led by Nathan Porter, from November 12 to 15, 2024.
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IMF Delegation Meets Aurangzeb to Discuss EFF Progress
Islamabad, November 12, 2024 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation, led by IMF Mission Chief Nathan Porter, held an initial meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday to discuss Pakistan’s economic progress under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).
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FBR and IMF Engage in Talks on Potential Revenue Measures
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’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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