Pakistan repays $3.45bn to UAE, confirms central bank
- Posted on April 24, 2026
- By Dawn
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In brief
Pakistan's State Bank has successfully completed a major debt repayment of $3.45 billion to the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant step in addressing its external financial obligations. The settlement includes $1 billion returned to the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and $2.45 billion repaid directly to UAE authorities. This transaction reflects Pakistan's commitment to strengthening bilateral financial relations and improving its economic stability amid ongoing fiscal reforms and international monetary cooperation.
Pakistan repays $3.45bn to UAE, confirms central bank
SBP says $1bn deposit was repaid to the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and $2.45bn was repaid to the UAE “last week”.
