This was discussed on Thursday between Federal Finance Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and IMF Pakistan Mission Chief Nathan Porter in a virtual meeting.
The two discussed the current status of the program, and how far Pakistan had come on implementing conditions for the extended fund facility.
Expenditure on the recent floods and their impact on the macroeconomic framework and annual goals were also discussed.
The IMF stated it was would take a sympathetic view to the targeted support provided to the poor and vulnerable people, particularly those affected by flooding.
However, Islamabad was told to consolidate its cost projections for the ongoing fiscal year’s flood-related humanitarian aid as well as the projected costs of the most urgent rehabilitation.
In this regard, it was decided to expedite the technical engagement ahead of the impending ninth review for the ongoing IMF program.