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    IMF Chief Reaffirms Support for Pakistan’s Reforms in Meeting with Shehbaz Sharif

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    IMF Chief Reaffirms Support for Pakistan’s Reforms in Meeting with Shehbaz Sharif

    Georgieva praised Pakistan’s efforts in implementing the IMF-supported programme, acknowledging the country’s improving economic performance with rising growth and declining inflation.

    Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has reaffirmed the IMF’s support for Pakistan’s reform efforts following a meeting with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai on Wednesday. The discussions centred on Pakistan’s progress under the IMF program and its commitment to long-term economic stability through structural reforms.

    According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the macroeconomic stability achieved under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF), which has played a key role in stabilizing the country’s economy. He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to sustaining reform momentum, particularly in key areas such as tax reform, energy sector efficiency, and private sector development.

    Georgieva praised Pakistan’s efforts in implementing the IMF-supported program, acknowledging the country’s improving economic performance with rising growth and declining inflation. She recognized Pakistan’s economic recovery and noted that it is on a positive trajectory. The IMF chief also commended Prime Minister Sharif’s leadership and personal dedication to advancing the country’s reform agenda.

    “We appreciate the strong commitment of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his team to Pakistan’s IMF-supported reforms,” Georgieva stated. “Their decisive actions are paving the way for higher growth and more job opportunities, particularly for Pakistan’s youthful population.”

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    IMF’s continued support

    The IMF Managing Director reiterated the IMF’s continued support for Pakistan’s economic transformation, stressing the importance of fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and good governance in ensuring long-term economic growth and stability.

    Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude for the IMF’s ongoing support and emphasized Pakistan’s determination to transition from macroeconomic stabilization to a path of sustainable economic growth and prosperity. “We appreciate the IMF’s continued partnership as Pakistan moves towards a stronger and more resilient economy,” he stated.

    The meeting underscored Pakistan’s commitment to economic prudence, efficiency, and sustainability as essential pillars for inclusive and sustained growth. With the IMF’s continued backing, the government aims to further strengthen its reform agenda to enhance economic resilience and unlock future growth potential.

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