Aurangzeb attends IMF-World Bank spring meetings in Washington

Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has arrived in Washington, DC to participate in the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Spring Meetings 2026, as the country seeks to strengthen its economic outlook amid global uncertainty.

According to the Ministry of Finance, the high-level meetings, scheduled from April 13 to 18, will bring together finance ministers, central bank governors, policymakers and development experts from around the world. The gathering comes at a time of heightened global economic challenges, including market volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and energy disruptions.

During his visit, Aurangzeb is expected to hold key engagements with senior officials of the IMF and the World Bank, focusing on Pakistan’s reform agenda and economic priorities. These discussions will centre on macroeconomic stability, structural reforms and strategies to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth.

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The finance minister is also set to meet top IMF leadership, including First Deputy Managing Director Dan Katz, Deputy Managing Director Nigel Clarke and Middle East and Central Asia Department Director Jihad Azour. These interactions are seen as crucial for reinforcing Pakistan’s ongoing cooperation with international financial institutions.

In addition to official meetings, Aurangzeb will participate in various events organised on the sidelines of the Spring Meetings. He is expected to engage with global policymakers, academics and members of the Pakistani diaspora to present Pakistan’s economic outlook and highlight recent progress in reforms.

The visit underscores Islamabad’s commitment to maintaining economic stability while navigating external pressures such as rising commodity prices and financial market stress. Recently, the IMF, World Bank and International Energy Agency announced a joint coordination mechanism to monitor global energy markets and assess economic risks stemming from ongoing conflicts.

Officials believe Aurangzeb’s participation will help strengthen Pakistan’s partnerships with global stakeholders and attract support for its long-term economic development goals.