WASHINGTON / ISLAMABAD — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a fresh set of recommendations in its Fiscal Monitor 2026 report, advising Pakistan to scrap its existing fuel subsidies. The Fund emphasized that the gradual elimination of these “burdensome” subsidies is critical for the country to maintain medium-term fiscal sustainability and expand its tax […]
ISLAMABAD — In a major development for Pakistan’s economy, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially confirmed the receipt of $2 billion from Saudi Arabia. This significant cash injection comes immediately following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s high-level meeting with the Saudi leadership in Jeddah. The funds are aimed at stabilizing the national currency and
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WASHINGTON D.C. — The global energy market remains on edge as President Donald Trump indicates that a new round of face-to-face negotiations with Iran could resume in Islamabad within the next 48 hours. This diplomatic opening appears amidst a tightening U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has brought Iranian maritime trade to
ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has embarked on a high-stakes, four-day diplomatic blitz across the Middle East and Turkey. This mission comes at a critical juncture as the region grapples with rising tensions in the Persian Gulf. By visiting Riyadh, Doha, and Ankara, Pakistan is solidifying its position as a “Peace Broker,” aiming to
WASHINGTON / ISLAMABAD — In a monumental shift for the nation’s financial landscape, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially enacted the Virtual Assets Act 2026. This historic legislation marks the end of ambiguity regarding digital currencies, providing a comprehensive legal framework for the regulation, licensing, and trading of cryptocurrencies. For a country with
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WASHINGTON / ISLAMABAD — Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has affirmed Pakistan’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B-‘ with a Stable Outlook. The affirmation reflects the country’s steady progress on fiscal consolidation and macroeconomic stabilization, bolstered by the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) program. Key Economic Indicators for FY2026 According to the
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WASHINGTON / TEHRAN — President Donald Trump has officially initiated a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a move designed to maximize pressure on Tehran. Despite this escalation, both nations are reportedly considering a new round of negotiations to secure a long-term ceasefire before the current agreement expires. Naval Blockade and the Global
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb held a series of high-level meetings with global technology and financial leaders on the sidelines of the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026. The discussions focused on Pakistan’s digital transformation, financial inclusion, and broader economic reform agenda. Google to Open Pakistan Office in July 2026 In a productive meeting
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