On 28 March 2026, the IMF and Pakistan’s finance authorities concluded a staff‑level agreement (SLA) for a total disbursement of about $1.2 billion. The funds are split between the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).
Key Developments
- Third review of the 37‑month EFF approved, unlocking $1.0 bn (≈SDR 760 million).
- Second review of the 28‑month RSF approved, unlocking $210 million (≈SDR 154 million).
- Agreement reached after in‑person talks in Karachi and Islamabad (25 Feb‑2 Mar) and subsequent virtual negotiations.
- Pending approval by the IMF Executive Board before funds are released.
Important Facts
The EFF programme, launched in 2024, totals $7 bn and aims to restore market confidence, sustain fiscal consolidation, and improve energy‑sector efficiency. The RSF was granted in 2025 for $1.4 bn, focusing on climate‑resilient infrastructure, water‑use efficiency, and green financing mechanisms.
Both facilities use the
