Dar holds virtual meeting with fund’s official

Deficit may widen to as high as 6.8% by June this year

In its report, global lender increases inflation projections far above 20% for two years

Used cars up to 1800cc to get major relief with 100% regulatory duties being dropped

Parliament passes bill to finance elections raising stakes in govt-judiciary standoff

Govt makes decision owing to very low foreign currency reserves

Minister says PM instructed him not go to Washington to attend WB-IMF meetings

Average per month increase during Jul-Feb FY22-23 was Rs52.4 billion

Cites deepening political uncertainty, developing judicial crisis in country as reasons

Also sought extension of 5-year government facility, ending on June 30, to pay interest costs