India has intensified its global lobbying against Pakistan by targeting it through the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), after failing to obstruct Islamabad’s progress at the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Modi-led government is now attempting to push Pakistan back onto the FATF gray list—an effort analysts describe as a politically driven move aimed at disrupting Pakistan’s economic recovery.
Diplomatic sources report that Indian authorities have submitted a new dossier to FATF, filled with unverified and politically motivated claims. This effort comes despite Pakistan’s removal from the gray list in 2022 after fulfilling all 34 action items related to anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing reforms.
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India’s lobbying escalates following its inability to block international financial support for Pakistan, including the IMF’s approval and the World Bank’s endorsement of $20 billion worth of projects. Experts suggest New Delhi is increasingly frustrated with Pakistan’s economic gains and rising international backing.
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to financial transparency and warned the global community about India’s attempts to politicize multilateral institutions. Officials argue that such actions risk regional stability and undermine the integrity of international bodies at a time when cooperation is essential for South Asia’s economic future.
