External sector-related projections suggest Pakistan will continue relying on IMF

The annual base prices are being increased every year to make the power sector financially viable

Unlike in the past, finance ministry has also not defined the further engagement

Cabinet Committee on SOEs led by finance minister defers decision

UK FCDO chief economist says Pakistan should opt for foreign investment only in export-related sectors

Measures eye to curb $1.4b losses, focusing on used cars and wheat

Notes that new govt has delayed implementation of some reforms

Dar asks for revisiting list, adding all loss-making SOEs to privatisation programme

Says it will not compromise on primary budget surplus of 0.4% of GDP or Rs401b

If govt accepts taxing retirees, it could gain additional Rs22-25b annually