Pakistan’s economic forecast: GDP could grow 5%-6.5%; IMF flags corruption risks

Pakistan faces significant corruption challenges, warns the IMF, impacting economic growth. Urgent reforms are needed, including ending preferential treatment for state entities and boosting SIFC transparency. The IMF's assessment, crucial for a $1.2 billion loan, emphasizes increased transparency and accountability across state functions to unlock Pakistan's economic potential.

Pakistan’s economic forecast: GDP could grow 5%-6.5%; IMF flags corruption risks
Pakistan faces significant corruption challenges, warns the IMF, impacting economic growth. Urgent reforms are needed, including ending preferential treatment for state entities and boosting SIFC transparency. The IMF's assessment, crucial for a $1.2 billion loan, emphasizes increased transparency and accountability across state functions to unlock Pakistan's economic potential.