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After meeting Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan in Dubai, Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), reiterated that the IMF stands ready to support Pakistan.
In her statement, Lagarde said, “I had a good and constructive meeting with PM Khan, during which we discussed economic developments and prospects for Pakistan in the context of ongoing discussions towards an IMF-supported programme.
“I also highlighted that decisive policies and a strong package of economic reforms would enable Pakistan to restore the resilience of its economy and lay the foundations for stronger and more inclusive growth,†she concluded.
As emphasised in the new government’s policy agenda, protecting the poor and strengthening governance are key priorities to improve people’s living standards in a sustainable manner,” she concluded.