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Pakistan seeks to expand its existing swap line with China by 10 billion yuan, aiming for a total of 40 billion yuan.

By Aniket Chakraborty

Apr 28, 2025

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Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirmed the request in an interview at the IMF Spring meetings in Washington.

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The new swap line will provide Pakistan with greater access to yuan, helping stabilize its economy.

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Alongside the swap line, Pakistan plans to launch its first Panda bond on China's domestic market.

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Talks with the AIIB and ADB are progressing for credit enhancements on the Panda bond issue.

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The bond issue aims to diversify Pakistan’s lending sources and attract more foreign investment.

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Aurangzeb also expects the IMF to approve a $1.3 billion climate resilience loan program in May.

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The approval will unlock a $1 billion payout, further stabilizing Pakistan’s economy.

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The recent terror attack in Pahalgam has strained Pakistan-India relations, impacting trade and diplomatic ties.

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Despite challenges, Pakistan projects a 3% growth for the current financial year and targets 6% growth in the long-term.

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