National ( The cow news digital ) State Bank of Pakistan has confirmed that Pakistan has fully repaid all deposits provided by the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant development in the country’s external financial management.
According to the central bank, Pakistan returned $1 billion to the UAE on the latest transaction day, completing the final phase of repayments. Earlier, the country had also settled $2.45 billion in payments over the previous week.
In total, Pakistan has now repaid $3.45 billion in deposits to the United Arab Emirates. Officials say the repayments were made after arranging alternative financial resources to manage external obligations and maintain economic stability.
The State Bank of Pakistan stated that the move reflects ongoing efforts to streamline foreign exchange liabilities and strengthen macroeconomic discipline. Authorities did not provide further details on the specific sources used to arrange the repayments but indicated that financial planning was carried out in coordination with relevant institutions.
Economic analysts view the repayment as part of broader efforts by Pakistan to improve financial credibility with international partners and maintain stable relations with key Gulf economies, including the United Arab Emirates.
The development comes amid continued reliance on external support and deposits from friendly countries, which have played a role in stabilizing Pakistan’s foreign reserves in recent years.
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Officials maintain that despite the repayment, economic cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE remains strong, with both countries continuing to engage in trade, investment, and financial collaboration.
Further details regarding any new financial arrangements or future support mechanisms have not yet been disclosed.
