Saudi Arabia defers Pakistan's $5bn loan repayment for 3 years
Pakistan currently holds $8bn in deposits from Saudi Arabia, while Riyadh has deferred repayment of a $5bn loan for a further three years.
July 30, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan currently holds $8bn in deposits from Saudi Arabia, while Riyadh has deferred repayment of a $5bn loan for a further three years. The rollover of the $5bn facility has eased immediate repayment pressure on Pakistan's external obligations, providing near-term relief to the country's foreign exchange position, according to the State Bank, as per media reports. Pakistan’s external financin...