IMF Chief Praises PM as 'Man of Words'

Politics and the IMF

Pakistan's back in the spotlight. This time, a top official says the country's almost ready to cut its reliance on the IMF. It's a gutsy thing to say, and everyone's got an opinion. The IMF isn't new to Pakistan — far from it. For years, its loans have helped the country dodge some ugly crises, but that help always comes with a price. Tough conditions follow every deal: spending cuts, reforms, political fallout. With prices still high and jobs h…

‘When Shahbaz Sharif Sets his Mind to a Task, he Completes it’, IMF Managing Director Praising PM of Pakistan

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for his strong focus on economic reforms, saying that when he commits to a goal, he works hard to achieve it. She shared these views while speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where she expressed great respect for the prime minister and appreciated the direction his government has taken on economic changes. According to Georgieva, Pakistan is taking it…

IMF Praises Pakistan Economic Reforms Under Leadership

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised the economic reforms implemented by the Pakistani government under the current leadership. She highlighted that these reforms demonstrate seriousness and commitment toward sustainable development and positive change in the country. Georgieva remarked that the Pakistani government’s actions are starting to show results, with better budgetary disc…

IMF managing director praises Pakistan’s economic reforms

ISLAMABAD: Managing Director International Monetary Fund Kristalina Georgieva praised Pakistan government’s economic reforms led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. While speaking to media at the World Economic Forum in Davos, she said, “I have the utmost respect for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.” “The Prime Minister is serious about positive change and development in Pakistan. When Shehbaz Sharif sets out to do something, he completes it,” she r…

IMF MD commends Shehbaz Sharif for economic reforms

WEB DESK: Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has praised the efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s administration in implementing economic reforms. During her address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, she expressed great respect for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, highlighting his determination and commitment to completing projects once he sets his mind to them. Ms. Georgieva shared that…

IMF Chief Calls PM Shehbaz 'man Of Word,' Lauds Pakistan For Undertaking Difficult Reforms

PM Shehbaz Sharif (centre) shaking hands with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva (right) during their meeting on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2026. — X/Prime Minister’s Office Pakistan’s economy improving after govt reforms: IMF chief. Highlights constructive talks with Islamabad throughout years. IMF chief says PM, cabinet carried forward difficult reforms. International Monetary Fund (IM…