Pakistan Ministry of Finance Clarifies Scope of IMF Program
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What happened
The Ministry of Finance has addressed reports published on September 22, 2026, regarding Pakistan’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. The Ministry stated that the program is a whole-of-government initiative, not solely a Finance Division matter. The IMF facilities, including the Extended Fund Facility and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility, involve multiple institutions leading technical discussions within their respective mandates.
From radio.gov.pk, arynews.tv
Why it matters
The program encompasses structural reforms aimed at supporting growth, social protection, governance, and energy sector efficiency. The Ministry noted that the program is not limited to fiscal targets but also considers factors like geopolitical developments, commodity prices, and global shocks.
From radio.gov.pk
Who's involved
- Finance DivisionPakistan government department managing the IMF loan program
- State Bank of PakistanCentral bank managing monetary policy and financial stability for Pakistan
- PakistanSovereign state undergoing economic stabilization under international review
- International Monetary FundInternational financial institution providing the loan program
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The entities involved
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Finance Division
Pakistan government department
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State Bank of Pakistan
central bank of Pakistan
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Pakistan
sovereign state in South Asia
Related events
- Increased financial exposure is needed to support Pakistan's IMF program, which requires assurances from various international partners, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
- Pakistan informed the International Monetary Fund about its revenue target.
- IMF provided resilience financing to Pakistan, with the Middle East region of focus.
- Pakistan's Finance Minister presented the national budget, which is tied to IMF conditions, amidst conflict over militants.
- Government implements fiscal measures agreed with the International Monetary Fund.