Pakistan, Oct. 7 -- The federal government has urged provinces to quickly meet their IMF targets Pakistan to ensure smooth progress in the ongoing $7 billion IMF review. The Prime Minister's Office directed provincial administrations to speed up efforts on pending fiscal commitments under the Extended Fund Facility and the $1.4 billion climate-linked program. Officials said provinces must show strong cooperation to help Pakistan complete the review successfully.

The Prime Minister's Office asked chief secretaries and finance secretaries to submit updates within 24 hours. They must explain delays or unmet goals related to IMF conditions. Officials reported that Sindh and Punjab had missed their surplus targets last year. Sindh even announ...