An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation has arrived in Pakistan to begin discussions on the upcoming federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27.
According to official sources, the delegation has started meetings with Pakistan’s economic team in Islamabad, where both sides are reviewing key budget targets, tax policies, and broader financial reforms. The IMF team is expected to remain in the country until 20 May.
The discussions will focus on several important areas, including tax revenue targets, energy sector reforms, privatization plans, and overall fiscal discipline. Officials from the Ministry of Finance, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), and the State Bank of Pakistan are participating in the talks.
Sources indicate that Pakistan is considering setting a tax collection target of more than Rs. 15 trillion for the next fiscal year. The meetings will also include consultations with the Ministry of Energy and other government departments to evaluate ongoing reforms and policy adjustments.
Both sides are expected to finalize key fiscal goals for the upcoming budget, including development spending priorities and measures to improve financial management. The talks are part of ongoing efforts to align Pakistan’s economic framework with long-term stability and reform objectives.