Understanding Pakistan's 2025 IMF Loan: Approval Process, Criteria, Utilization, and India's Objections
Explore the details of Pakistan's 2025 IMF loan, including the approval process, eligibility criteria, intended uses, and the reasons behind India's objections and the IMF's response. Overview of the 2025 IMF Loan to Pakistan In May 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Pakistan, aimed at stabilizing the country's economy and supporting structural reforms. Additionally, a $1.4 billion loan under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) was sanctioned to bolster climate resilience initiatives. The first review of the EFF program led to the disbursement of a $1 billion tranche, providing immediate financial relief. The News mint +2 Reuters +2 www.ndtv.com +2 India Today +1 Reuters +1 Approval Process and Eligibility Criteria The IMF's loan approval process involves several stages: Request and Negotiation: The borrowing country submits a formal request outlining its economic challenges a...