Pakistan’s External Debt Rises to $130bn, Dollar Share at 58pc

Pakistan’s foreign debt and liabilities hit $130 billion

Nearly 58 percent of Pakistan’s external debt and liabilities are denominated in US dollars, as the country’s overall foreign debt stands at around $130 billion. According to The News, which cited the government’s latest Debt Management Strategy (DMS) for 2026–2028, the external debt portfolio is heavily concentrated in a handful of currencies. The US dollar accounts for 57.8 percent, followed by Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) at 29.88 percent, t…

Pakistan’s external debt rises to $130bn, dollar share at 58pc

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s external debt and liabilities have climbed to around $130 billion, with the US dollar making up the largest portion of the country’s borrowings, according to the government’s latest Debt Management Strategy (DMS) for 2026-2028. The report shows that nearly 58 per cent of the total debt is denominated in US dollars, followed by Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) at almost 30pc. The remaining debt is spread across the Chinese yuan…

Pakistan's external liabilities stands at $130bn, dollar amounts to 58% of total debt - Daily news Update

A foreign currency dealer counts US dollars at a shop in Karachi on May 19, 2022. — AFP/File External financing to rely on multilateral, bilateral sources. $1bn Panda Bond programme established, first issuance in FY26. Preparatory work underway for launch of Sustainable Bonds. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s external debt and liabilities, currently standing at around $130 billion, are heavily concentrated in five major currencies, with the US dollar alon…