Afghanistan, April 28 -- The UAE's sudden demand for $3.5 billion repayment stunned Pakistan, straining its fragile economy.
United Arab Emirates has asked Pakistan to urgently repay $3.5 billion in loans, putting fresh pressure on Islamabad's fragile foreign exchange reserves.
In response, Saudi Arabia stepped in with $3 billion in support and extended repayment timelines on an additional $5 billion, helping stabilize Pakistan's economy.
The move, reported by Financial Times, is seen by analysts as reflecting tensions between Abu Dhabi and Islamabad over regional politics, including Pakistan's ties with Iran and its mediation role.
Pakistan's foreign ministry has downplayed the development, calling it a routine financial matter and den...