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international monetary fund

Pakistan struggles to meet IMF terms, provinces told to raise taxes

Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a virtual meeting with provincial finance ministers to discuss new revenue targets tied to IMF commitments, government officials said.
Updated on May 19, 2026 10:12 pm IST

India will remain fastest-growing major economy in 2026 and 2027, predicts IMF

IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) report comes against the background of the war in West Asia, which has roiled global markets and supply chains.
Updated on Apr 15, 2026 08:22 am IST

West Asia war: World Bank, IMF, IEA announce coordination group amid energy crises

The group will “maximise” response to energy crises and economic shocks from the West Asian war. (imf.org)
Updated on Apr 02, 2026 12:09 pm IST

Pakistan, IMF strike a deal over the disbursement of $1.2 billion fund

The IMF mission held talks with Pakistani officials in Karachi and Islamabad from February 25 to March 2, but left without an agreement. The talks continued virtually, and an agreement was reached.
Published on Mar 28, 2026 02:02 pm IST

IMF, Pakistan talks extended amid questions over Iran war impact

Pakistan and the IMF are discussing funding from a $7 billion bailout program to restore economic confidence, amidst concerns about the ongoing conflict in Iran affecting Pakistan.
Published on Mar 12, 2026 10:01 am IST