Pakistan and IMF deadlock over fuel subsidy and gas receivables
Most outlets reported the deadlock between Pakistan and the IMF over the petrol relief scheme and Rs1.4 trillion in gas receivables, with the IMF advocating for targeted subsidies and write-offs while the government defends its three-month compensation plan. Daily Pakistan led with the uncertainty over the petrol relief scheme amid IMF objections, while also noting the disagreement over the fuel subsidy and the Rs3.6 trillion circular debt. Other framing differences were minimal, with most coverage focusing on the core dispute and financial figures.
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Is Pakistan ending Petrol Relief Scheme amid IMF Objections?
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s petrol relief scheme hits a fresh hurdle as the government and the IMF remain divided over fuel subsidies, leaving the future of the relief programme uncertain. A disagreement emerged between Pakistan and International Monetary Fund (IMF) over petrol subsidies and massive Rs3.6 trillion gas-sector circular debt, with both sides still struggling to […]
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Pakistan, IMF talks hit deadlock over fuel subsidy, Rs1.4 trillion gas receivables
IMF pushes targeted subsidies and write-off of gas receivables as government defends three-month fuel compensation scheme; circular debt stands at Rs3.6 trillion
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