President Asif Ali Zardari held a crucial meeting with an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation on Thursday to review Pakistan’s current economic landscape and assess the progress of the ongoing IMF programme. The delegation was led by Jihad Azour, Director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department.
The high-level meeting was also attended by Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Senator Saleem Mandviwalla, and other senior officials, reflecting the importance of continued engagement between Pakistan and the IMF in steering economic reforms.
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President Zardari acknowledged the IMF’s valuable contribution toward stabilizing Pakistan’s economy. He highlighted that the programme has significantly supported the country’s financial recovery and has laid the groundwork for sustainable growth.
IMF representatives commended the reforms being implemented, noting visible improvements in inflation control, foreign exchange reserves, and fiscal management. They expressed confidence that the programme was on the right track and praised the government’s commitment to economic discipline.
Appreciating the IMF’s ongoing support, President Zardari reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to continue working closely with the global financial institution. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of joint efforts to maintain reform momentum and strengthen economic resilience.
