Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to discuss Pakistan’s ongoing IMF programme and the macroeconomic stability achieved through the government's comprehensive reform agenda.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 in Dubai.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office, the discussion focused on Pakistan’s commitment to implementing structural reforms and maintaining fiscal discipline, which have been instrumental in restoring economic stability.
These reforms are seen as crucial for driving sustainable growth in the long term.
Prime Minister Sharif highlighted the progress made under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF), which has played a key role in stabilising Pakistan’s economy and setting it on the path of long-term recovery.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustaining the reform momentum, particularly in areas such as tax reform, energy sector efficiency, and private sector development.
Georgieva commended Pakistan for its effective implementation of the IMF-supported programme, acknowledging the improving economic performance with rising growth and declining inflation.
She recognised Pakistan's recovery and economic growth, emphasising that the country is on a positive trajectory.
The IMF Managing Director also praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership and personal commitment to driving the reform agenda, which has been crucial in achieving economic stability.
She reiterated the IMF’s continued support for Pakistan’s reform efforts, emphasising the importance of fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and good governance to ensure long-term economic stability and growth.
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