The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1 billion loan instalment to Pakistan after confirming that the country met all required financial targets ahead of schedule.
The loan is part of a larger $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreement initiated in September 2024 to stabilize Pakistan’s struggling economy.
IMF officials emphasised that all funds are directed to Pakistan’s central bank reserves and are not allocated for government expenditure. The organisation further warned that failure to comply with program conditions could impact future reviews and disbursements.
As Pakistan continues to navigate its economic crisis, the IMF has now imposed 11 additional conditions, bringing the total number of bailout requirements to 50. These measures aim to improve fiscal management and safeguard financial stability.
