Islamabad, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Masood Khan, has extended his gratitude to various International Financial Institutions (IFIs) for their continued support during Pakistan’s challenging economic period.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ambassador Khan acknowledged the essential role of IFIs, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank, and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, in assisting Pakistan through a difficult transition towards stability. He highlighted the transformation Pakistan has undergone over the past year and the move towards a new phase of stability.

Khan also spoke about the digitalization of Pakistan’s economy, noting that it is creating new opportunities for the country’s youth and professionals, who are playing a leading role in guiding Pakistan towards a brighter future. He praised the achievements of Pakistani professionals working within these IFIs, stating that they have made the nation proud.

Nathan Porter, the IMF Mission Chief to Pakistan, expressed satisfaction with the recently concluded staff-level agreement, noting the commitment of the current government to stabilize and reform the country. Deputy Director of the Middle East and Central Asia Department at the IMF, Athanasios Arvanitis, shared his hope that the upcoming elections in Pakistan would mark the start of a new phase of reforms necessary for the country’s progress.

IMF Executive Director Bahador Bijani commented on the promising future of Pakistan, recognizing its significance in the region and globally. Advisor Mission Chief for the UK European Department at the IMF, Syed Ali Abbas, along with Aftab Qureshi and Ms. Sidra Rehman from the IMF, also spoke at the event, further underscoring the supportive role of IFIs in Pakistan’s economic journey.