KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan has confirmed that it received US$2 billion from the Ministry of Finance of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a value date of 15 April 2026.
According to official sources, the inflow is part of ongoing bilateral financial support arrangements aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and supporting macroeconomic stability.
The transaction is expected to provide a positive boost to Pakistan’s external account position at a time when the country is managing pressures from global economic uncertainty and import costs.
Further details regarding the nature of the deposit—whether it is a loan, deposit placement, or investment support—have not yet been formally disclosed by authorities.
Financial analysts note that such inflows from Gulf partners typically help stabilize the rupee and improve market confidence in the short term.
