MD Georgieva calls for global action as debt crisis escalates
SBP says repayment including interest done days before bond's maturity date
Businessmen ask govt to avoid more loans by promoting local brands
Says central bank provided indirect loans to govt leading to high inflation
Govt aims to privatise airline by June 11th, with bids invited as early as next week
Political parties will resist such measures as they disrupt free lunches and lavish spending
Dr Ashfaque Hasan Khan warns against IMF dependency, calls for domestic reforms
State Department spokesperson says policies over next few months are crucial for financial stability
Beijing had initially sought a hike in interest rate
Borrowing made for budget and balance of payments support, project financing