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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Topic: IMF

Pakistan’s credit upgrade lowers investor risk. A turning point in economy, say experts

'It shows that the risk of sovereign default, which was quite omnipotent just a couple of years ago, is in the past,' said Ali Farid Khwaja, chairman at KT Bank Pakistan.

India’s GDP victory over Japan is still a year away. Here’s why

India’s GDP has not yet surpassed Japan’s GDP. And when it does, it will neither be news nor a subject of research.

IMF imposes 11 new conditionalities on Pakistan, warns tensions with India could derail goals

Conditions include budgetary changes, new Agriculture Income Tax laws, and a governance action plan based on IMF recommendations.

Pakistan receives second tranche worth $1 bn under extended fund facility from IMF

The State Bank of Pakistan said the amount will be reflected in its foreign exchange reserves for the week ending 16 May.

IMF loan shows Pakistan has a slogan—beg, borrow, steal, don’t give up on supporting terrorism

IMF must introspect on what basis a nation known for its defaults and terrorist networks is being given loans?

IMF clears $1 billion loan for Pakistan. Here’s how the bailouts work and what is India’s role

India pointed out that Pakistan has been a “prolonged borrower from the IMF, with a very poor track record of implementation and of adherence to the IMF’s program conditions”.

‘IMF reimbursing Pak for ordnance it is using to devastate J&K,’ says Omar Abdullah

India abstained from the vote at the IMF, pointing out that rewarding continued sponsorship of cross-border terrorism sends a dangerous message to the global community

IMF sanctions $2.3bn fund for Pakistan, India abstains from vote citing terror funding concerns

For the Pakistani economy, the IMF bailout is key to its economy. In the week ending 25 April, Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves stood at $15.25 billion.

IMF growth outlook is cautiously optimistic. It seems to leave out impact of larger disruptions in US

The growth projections for the US seem to be at odds with rising probability of recession put out by various agencies. Tariffs may weigh on US & China the most.

Pakistanis unhappy with govt accepting IMF demand to liberalise economy—‘it’s a death warrant’

Pakistani economists have welcomed the government's decision to fully open the economy to foreign competition by reducing average import tariffs to 7.1% over five years.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.