IMF loan offers Pakistan relief but long-term reforms remain a challenge

"After days of uncertainty, the IMF approved a $7bn loan programme for Pakistan, a welcome move for stabilising the economy but demanding significant reforms for sustainability."

"Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the decision, asserting that the government is committed to reforms demanded by the IMF and hoping it would be Pakistan's last programme."

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