IMF to Release $700 Million Bailout Tranche to Pakistan in January
Cash-strapped Pakistan is poised to receive a crucial $700 million bailout tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the Executive Board meeting on January 11. The disbursement, under the existing $3 billion Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), is expected to provide much-needed financial support to Pakistan’s struggling economy.
The IMF Executive Board is scheduled to discuss Pakistan’s case on January 11, potentially granting final approval for the release of the $700 million tranche. The current SBA, initiated in 2019, is set to conclude in April 2024, with approximately $1.8 billion remaining undisbursed.
The IMF’s updated economic projections for Pakistan in 2024 indicate a challenging outlook, with a projected contraction of 0.5% in real GDP and a significant increase in the Consumer Price Index, pointing towards rising inflation.
Despite facing high inflation, Pakistan has demonstrated its commitment to economic recovery, surpassing the revenue collection target set by the IMF for July-December. The receipt of the second tranche in January is expected to pave the way for the remaining amount in March.
Pakistan’s reliance on IMF support is underscored by its engagement in 24 arrangements since joining in 1950, reflecting the country’s recurrent balance-of-payments challenges.
What is the purpose of the upcoming IMF Executive Board meeting on January 11 in relation to Pakistan?
In light of historical engagements with the IMF, why does Caretaker Finance Minister Shamshad Akhtar suggest the need for a new agreement to revive Pakistan’s economy?
Please provide your answers in the comment section!!
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