Pakistan in talks with IMF for 24th 'longer and larger' bailout programme

May 18, 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) confirmed that the talks with Pakistan are underway on the 24th 'longer and larger' bailout programme under the Extended...

Pakistan to complete prior actions through parliamentary nod by Jun 30 for IMF next bailout programme

May 23, 2024

Pakistan and IMF have reached a broad understanding on action points, their timelines and backup plans that the government would comply with through parliamentary...

IMF asks Pakistan to 'impose' tax on monthly pensions, says 'new bailout programme' will require reforms

May 20, 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission has asked the Pakistani authorities to impose a tax on monthly pensions exceeding Rs 100,000, reported ARY News,...

Pakistan FM claims ex-PM Imran Khan pushed economy into 'subsidy' trap

Apr 24, 2022

Islamabad [Pakistan], April 24 : Accusing former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan of setting a trap for his successors by announcing heavy subsidies on...

Pakistan seeks 24th bailout package from IMF as country faces prolonged financial crisis

Mar 21, 2024

The International Monetary Fund confirmed that Pakistan was seeking a 24th medium-term bailout package for a permanent push towards longstanding structural reforms, reported Dawn.

Pakistan passes tax-heavy budget; experts condemn reforms amid crisis

Jun 28, 2024

Pakistan's parliament on Friday passed a tax-heavy finance bill for the upcoming fiscal year amid ongoing negotiations for a new International Monetary Fund (IMF)...