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Aurangzeb said Pakistan has secured a staff-level IMF agreement and is seeking $3 billion in Saudi deposits to bolster its external position.
- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb is in Washington for the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings, emphasizing the urgency of securing $1.2 billion in IMF approval. He recently concluded staff-level agreements for the Extended Fund Facility and Resilience and Sustainability Facility .
- IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva commended Pakistan's "continued progress on economic reforms" during a Thursday meeting with Aurangzeb. Saudi Arabia committed $3 billion in additional deposits to strengthen the country's external position, with disbursement expected in the coming week.
- Aurangzeb met Chinese Finance Minister Lan Fo'an yesterday to discuss deepening economic cooperation. He sought expedited approval from the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors for Pakistan's inaugural Panda Bond issuance to diversify funding sources.
- Addressing the Middle East conflict's economic impact, Aurangzeb said the government activated targeted subsidies and demand management measures. These actions mitigate inflation and growth challenges while maintaining supply chain continuity during the ongoing regional crisis.
- Aurangzeb expressed confidence that Pakistan would hit around 4% economic growth this fiscal year. He highlighted that the government successfully repaid a $1.4 billion Eurobond on time, reinforcing commitment to financial discipline and investor confidence.
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Pakistan Seeks Swift IMF Tranche Approval Amid Global Economic Pressures
Pakistan Seeks Swift IMF Tranche Approval Amid Global Economic Pressures Pakistan is eagerly seeking swift approval for the next International Monetary Fund (IMF) tranche, announced Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb. His comments came as consultations with the IMF are set for next month. Aurangzeb, in Washington for World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings, emphasized the urgency of the USD 1.2 billion approval.Aurangzeb indicated that the reopening of …
Aurangzeb lauds Beijing’s support for Pakistan’s IMF programme during meeting with Chinese counterpart
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb appreciated China’s support in facilitating Pakistan’s engagements with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, the finance ministry said on Friday. Aurangzeb arrived in the United States on Monday to participate in the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Spring Meetings 2026, taking place from April 13 to 18 in Washington, DC. The Spring Meetings bri…
FinMin projects 4% growth
Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb appeared on "Mornings with Maria" on the Fox Business Network during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026, where he highlighted Pakistan's economic outlook and its role in diplomatic efforts in the region. Responding to a query, the finance minister noted that Pakistan's leadership was actively engaged in diplomatic efforts, aimed at sustaining the ceasefire and paving the way for further negoti…
Aurangzeb praises China support at IMF talks
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Chinese Finance Minister Lan Fo’an in Washington on the sidelines of the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. He appreciated China’s continued support for Pakistan at the IMF and acknowledged the constructive role of China’s Executive Director in programme discussions. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen economic cooperation and deepen the strategic partnership. Aurangzeb briefed the Chine…
The Economic Times
NewsDrumPakistan keen for early approval for next IMF tranche: Aurangzeb
Pakistan is eager for the International Monetary Fund's next loan installment. A Fund team will visit next month for crucial review talks. This comes as Pakistan's Finance Minister met IMF officials in Washington. The country aims to secure funds to bolster its economy. Discussions also covered global economic shocks and reform progress.
Pakistan moving towards economic stability, FM - Global News Pakistan
Finance Minister Briefs Pakistani Media in Washington on Economic Outlook, Global Capital Market Re-entry, and Reform Agenda Washington, D.C (GNP) – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, briefed Pakistani media representatives based in Washington, D.C. on Pakistan’s evolving economic outlook, progress on reforms, and outcomes of his engagements during the World Bank-IMF Spring Meetings 2026. The interaction was al…
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