IMF urges faster energy reforms as Pakistan flags easing debt pressure
Pakistan has told the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it expects to raise about $15bn in foreign financing this fiscal year against external debt obligations of roughly $21.5bn, while the Fund pushed Islamabad to move faster on energy-sector r
September 30, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan has told the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it expects to raise about $15bn in foreign financing this fiscal year against external debt obligations of roughly $21.5bn, while the Fund pushed Islamabad to move faster on energy-sector reforms and stay within agreed limits on circular debt. Officials familiar with the matter said the discussion came up during the ongoing talks...