PakishNews | 23 Aug 2026 | 1 min read
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has vehemently demanded that jailed founder Imran Khan undergo a recommended computed tomography angiography (CTA) at Shifa International Hospital, following its non-conduct during a recent visit to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims)....
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Pakistan's economic stability is critically linked to its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) schedule with the IMF, with key reviews and new program negotiations expected in late March 2026. Pakistan is undertaking critical economic reforms, including fiscal consolidation, reducing its budget deficit, and accelerating privatization, which are attracting significant investment interest from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations like the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The new ECF schedule will mandate stringent fiscal consolidation, energy sector reforms, and state-owned enterprise restructuring, potentially leading to higher utility costs and increased taxation in the short term, but aiming for macroeconomic stability, inflation control, and foreign investment in the long term. Energy prices were lower due to the government's energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war, as of May 20, 2026. Supermarkets have pushed back against pressure to cap the prices of essential food items like milk, bread, and eggs, with a minister confirming talks but stating no mandatory cap will be imposed. 30-second AI audio summary
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