ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has received $5.17 billion in foreign loans during the first seven months (July–January) of the current fiscal year, marking a significant increase from $4.584 billion in the same period last year.
The inflow reflects the government’s efforts to stabilize the economy and strengthen foreign reserves amid ongoing financial challenges.
According to the Economic Affairs Division, the release of official figures was delayed, likely due to review talks with the IMF. Following the conclusion of these discussions, the data was made public.
In FY2026’s first seven months, total foreign loans reached $5.17 billion, up from $4.6 billion in the same period last year.
China provided $269.42 million in guaranteed loans, while bilateral loans totaled $931.88 million, with Saudi Arabia contributing $708 million. Saudi Arabia extended $700 million through deferred oil payments, disbursed at $100 million per month.
Other contributors included China, Denmark, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, and the United States, with varying amounts.
