Fund warns Middle East war risks inflation and growth as Pakistan secures $1.2bn tranche deal

Govt plans self-declaration regime, lower WHT to lure overseas Pakistanis

Refuses talks until 6.1m people from merged districts are considered in new formula

NHA, water sector face major cuts; Rs71b sought for OGRA claims

Report flags weak governance, 300% loss surge despite Rs2.1tr fiscal support

Financing includes critical minerals, dilapidated ML-I project

Conditions target audits, digital invoicing and enforcement outcomes

Fund refuses to freeze 15% levy or exempt efficient industrial plants despite request

Move comes as govt seeks IMF nod to abolish super tax, struggles to meet targets

Govt proposes LNG savings, dividends and fuel levy to clear Rs1.5tr circular debt