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IMF Slams Pakistan’s Financial Mismanagement

The International Monetary Fund has issued a stern critique of Pakistan's fiscal governance, highlighting chronic weaknesses in financial management, accountability, and transparency. IMF has expressed dissatisfaction over the Pakistan's inability to manage public resources effectively and demanded urgent reforms to prevent political misuse of taxpayer money.     According to the media reports, Pakistan has repeatedly struggled with weak budget credibility, resulting in governance failures, proj...

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IMF reviews Sri Lanka’s 2026 budget amid 7% growth target

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is reviewing Sri Lanka’s newly announced 2026 budget, particularly its 7 per cent growth target, to determine whether it aligns with the terms of the country’s ongoing bailout program.     At a briefing yesterday, IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack said the international body is examining the published documents, noting that the assessment will influence the next decision on Sri Lanka.   IMF reached a staff-level agreement with Colombo o...