The International Monetary Fund is seeing a dramatic rise in borrowing from its member countries. This surge is being driven by a combination of factors creating economic instability around the world. The report explains what it means for the global economy.

IMF support hits $151 billion, aiding struggling economies

The International Monetary Fund has reached a staff-level agreement to release 1.1 billion for the debt rid in South Asian economy. This comes after Pakistan met key benchmarks set by the IMF including budget adjustments and reforms.

IMF releases $1.1 billion in funds for Pakistan

Pakistan vows to continue economic refrms set by IMF, meets IMF benchmarks

The IMF has reached a staff-level agreement with cash-strapped Pakistan on the final review of a USD 3 billion bailout, paving the way for the release of the last USD 1.

IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Pakistan on releasing last tranche of $3 billion bailout

The World Bank has announced a $6 billion support package for Egypt spread over three years. Half of this will go directly to government programs, while the other half aims to bolster the private sector. This follows an expanded $8 billion loan programme approved by the international monetary fund in March.

World bank pledges $6 Bn to Egypt as global support soars

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will hold a second and last review of Pakistan's $3 billion stand-by arrangement (SBA) this week, the finance ministry and the IMF said on Wednesday, during which the South Asian nation will ask for a new longer-term bailout.

Pakistan to ask for new, longer-term bailout during IMF review

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Pakistan is bracing for a crucial Economic Evaluation as the IMF Mission arrives in Islamabad to assess the nation's Financial standing with talks scheduled from March 14 to 18th.

Pakistan: IMF mission to arrive in Islamabad for economic review

Recent attacks on vessels in the Red Sea region and a severe drought at the Panama Canal have disrupted global trade, causing significant slowdowns and redirections in maritime traffic, according to the IMF.

Global trade disrupted by Red Sea attacks and Panama Canal drought: IMF

Egyptians are facing a significant economic challenge as inflation spiked to a record 35.7% in February. This comes ahead of Ramadan, a time when food purchases typically increase. Data shows a record monthly inflation rate of 11.4%. Food and beverage costs are a major driver of this surge, with annual increases exceeding 50%.

Egypt's inflation surges ahead of Ramadan

In a big boost to Egypt's economic recovery, the country has secured an expanded $8 billion deal with the International Monetary Fund. The deal comes hours after the central bank liberalised its currency and delivered a six percent rate hike in a push to stabilise the economy.

Egypt secures expanded $8 billion deal with the IMF

To address its severe economic challenges, Egypt has inked an expansive $8 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The deal marks a more than doubling of the existing rescue program, following extensive efforts, including a substantial devaluation and a noteworthy interest-rate hike, reflecting Egypt's efforts to tackle its worst foreign-currency crunch in decades.

Egypt boosts economic resilience: Inks $8 billion IMF deal

Pakistan's newly appointed Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has directed authorities to expedite negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the country's existing $3 billion bailout program approaches its conclusion in April.

Pakistan's prime minister initiates talks with IMF for crucial loan renewal

The government of Pakistan has been advised by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to impose an 18 per cent General Sales Tax (GST) on food, medicine, petroleum items, and stationery, reported ARY news.

IMF suggests Pakistan impose 18 per cent GST on food, medicines, petroleum: Report

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former Prime Minister, Imran Khan, confirmed on Friday that he had sent a letter to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) demanding that it hold an audit of the election results before approving any new loan for Islamabad.

Pakistan: Jailed Imran Khan pens letter to IMF on eve of National Assembly session

Pakistan: Jailed Imran Khan writes to IMF, seeks election audit before new loan

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party has penned a letter to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to consider the country's political stability in any further bailout talks, the news agencies Reuters reported on Wednesday (Feb 28) citing two people familiar with the matter.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party asks IMF to consider nation’s instability in further bailout talks

Jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan said on Friday (Feb 23) that he has written a letter to International Monetary Fund (IMF) urging the world body to not approve new loan to Pakistan before an audit of the recently concluded elections, said reports in Pakistani media.

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan asks IMF to hold election audit before new loan: Reports

Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday announced that he will write to the IMF, demanding the global lender to stop its support to cash-strapped Pakistan until it seeks an "audit" of the elections mired in controversies, including vote rigging.

Pakistani Imran Khan urges IMF to call election audit, his lawyer says

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan urges IMF to call election audit, his lawyer says

Pakistan is reportedly planning to seek a new loan of at least $6 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to assist the incoming government in repaying billions of dollars in debt due this year.

Pakistan eyes $6bn IMF loan programme to tackle debt burden: Report

Pakistan's political landscape has shifted, with Shehbaz Sharif and his coalition government is all set to take charge. But the celebrations may be short-lived, as daunting economic challenges loom large.

Rescuing the economy will be the biggest challenge for new govt

The federal cabinet approves a 67% increase in the natural gas tariff. The decision came into effect from Feb 1, apparently to meet the revenue requirement of the gas utilities targeted for the current year. The question remains does the new government have a plan to bring the economy back on track. To know more watch this interview Foreign Affairs expert, Adnan Qaiser.

Pakistan: Economic headache for new government

The federal cabinet approves a 67% increase in the natural gas tariff. The decision came into effect from Feb 1, apparently to meet the revenue requirement of the gas utilities targeted for the current year. The question remains does the new government have a plan to bring the economy back on track.

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