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Govt Chooses Secrecy Over Transparency as IMF Delegation Begins Key Talks in Pakistan
Govt opts for secrecy as IMF delegation visits Pakistan. No public schedule released; talks to focus on 2025-26 budget, governance & corruption.
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by News Desk
2025-04-05
Govt Chooses Secrecy Over Transparency as IMF Delegation Begins Key Talks in Pakistan

The federal government has decided not to disclose the schedule or engagements of the visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation, signaling a confidential approach to the high-stakes discussions surrounding Pakistan’s economic future.

According to credible sources within the Ministry of Finance, no official or written itinerary will be issued for the IMF team's visit. Instead, details regarding the delegation's meetings will be shared only through informal channels — primarily over the phone — with the relevant departments.

The IMF delegation, which arrived in Pakistan earlier this week, is set to hold a series of in-depth meetings with senior government officials. These talks are part of a broader review focused on good governance, anti-corruption measures, and preparations for Pakistan’s fiscal year 2025-26 budget.

Sources indicate that the delegation will examine Pakistan’s budget proposals, with particular attention to tax revenue generation and expenditure control. Technical assistance and follow-up discussions on governance reforms will also be on the agenda.

Officials say that the visiting team will work closely with the Ministry of Finance to develop comprehensive proposals to finalize the upcoming federal budget. This collaboration is expected to influence key economic decisions, especially as Pakistan looks to secure further financial support from the IMF under its economic reform agenda.

The government’s decision to withhold public details of the IMF’s schedule has raised eyebrows, with some experts questioning the lack of transparency in dealings with an international financial institution. However, others argue that confidentiality may be necessary to allow for focused and uninterrupted dialogue.

This IMF visit comes at a critical time, as Pakistan grapples with mounting debt, inflation, and a fragile fiscal framework. The outcome of these talks could have far-reaching implications for the country’s economic policy direction and global financial credibility.

As the meetings unfold behind closed doors, both local and international observers await updates on the progress and any potential breakthroughs in IMF-Pakistan cooperation.

 
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