The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board on Wednesday approved Pakistan’s 37-month Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement of about US$7 billion.
The IMF Executive Board in its meeting considered Pakistan’s request for an Extended Arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility.
Pakistan would receive an initial installment of US$1.1 billion by September 30, with the loan carrying an interest rate below 5 percent.
The 37-month Extended Fund Facility arrangement aims to support Pakistan’s economic stability and growth, with key policy goals including sustainable public finances, reduced inflation, and strengthened external buffers.
