A nine-member delegation from the esteemed International Monetary Fund (IMF), under the leadership of the Mission Chief Nathan Porter, gracefully arrived in Islamabad on Monday for a crucial economic review.
According to reliable sources within the Ministry of Finance, these vital discussions are set to continue until March 15. Initially, technical negotiations will pave the way, followed by in-depth policy-level talks.
The IMF team is also poised to provide insightful recommendations for Pakistan’s fiscal year 2025-26 budget. Any potential relief for the salaried class hinges on the approval of the IMF.
This distinguished delegation is slated to engage in dialogues with pivotal bodies such as the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Energy, Planning Commission, and the prestigious State Bank of Pakistan. Moreover, significant discussions are arranged with key institutions, including the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA), alongside provincial government representations.