Minister of State for Finance Ayesha Ghous Pasha termed statement of IMF mission chief Nahtan Porter as unusual who discussed domestic political issues Pasha said that the International Monetary Fund has not officially discussed such a thing. She was of the view that the IMF does not have the mandate to interfere in the internal affairs of Pakistan. According to a Reuters report, IMF mission chief for Pakistan Nathan Porter said on Tuesday that the IMF remained in touch with the government in Pakistan in order to pave the way for a board meeting before a financing programme expires at the end of June. Horrific Nova Scotia wildfires force thousands of Canadians to flee their homes Air New Zealand Will Weigh Passengers Before They Board Flights Around 150 Medical Colleges May Lose Recognition Porter said that broadly speaking, “overcoming the present economic and financial challenges would require sustained policy efforts and reforms for Pakistan to regain strong and inclusive private-led growth.” While the IMF does not comment on domestic politics, the IMF official said it hopes “a peaceful way forward is found in line with the Constitution and the rule of law,” referring to Pakistan’s political instability. Ms Pasha said … Continue reading Plan B ready if no IMF deal, Pasha declares