Pakistan's total reserve reaches $21 billion after IMF disbursement

Pakistan's total reserves reach $21 billion after IMF disbursement

State bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Federal Reserve of Pakistan merged in a single photo. File Photo

State bank of Pakistan and Federal Reserve of Pakistan merged in a single photo. File Photo

December, 13 2025

LAHORE (Web Desk): Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves crossed the $21 billion level after a major inflow from the IMF, SBP confirmed on Thursday.

In its statement, the central bank said the IMF executive board completed the second review of Pakistan’s Extended Fund Facility (EEF). The review cleared a disbursement of SDR 760 million to support economic stability.

The board also approved the first tranche of SDR 154 million under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). This funding is aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s climate resilience and supporting long-term macroeconomic reforms.

After these approvals, the SBP received a total of SDR 914 million, which equals nearly $1.2 billion. The amount was credited to Pakistan’s accounts shortly after the board’s decision.

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The central bank said these inflows will appear in the official foreign exchange reserves data for the upcoming reporting week, reflecting a stronger external position.