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Pakistan Seeks $1.24 Billion IMF Deal Amid Privatization Plans

10/15/2025

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Pakistan aims to finalize IMF deal this week to secure a $1.24 billion payout.
IMF mission left without signing agreements on two programs totaling $8.4 billion.
Pakistan plans to issue its first green bond in yuan.
The government intends to privatize three power distributors and the national airline.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said discussions include U.S. investments in oil, gas, and mining, while Pakistan maintains ties with China.

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Story summary

Pakistan aims to finalize IMF deal this week to secure a $1.24 billion payout.
IMF mission left without signing agreements on two programs totaling $8.4 billion.
Pakistan plans to issue its first green bond in yuan.
The government intends to privatize three power distributors and the national airline.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said discussions include U.S. investments in oil, gas, and mining, while Pakistan maintains ties with China.