IMF's Executive Board approves $1.2 billion financing for Pakistan's reform programme

WASHINGTON: The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Executive Board on Friday approved the latest review of Pakistan’s reform programme, paving the way for the release of $1.2 billion in financing under the ongoing arrangements. In Islamabad, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb also confirmed the approval following the Board meeting in Washington, saying the decision reflects Pakistan’s continued progress on difficult but necessary economic reforms. The disbursement includes around $1 billion...

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