The State Bank of Pakistan has fully met its international financial obligations by completing the repayment of a $1 billion deposit to the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development. With this payment, the process of returning all deposits placed in Pakistan by the United Arab Emirates has successfully concluded.
According to the State Bank of Pakistan, the payment made on April 23, 2026 finalised the full settlement of UAE deposits held with Pakistan. Earlier last week, Pakistan had also completed the repayment of $2.45 billion, bringing the total returned amount to $3.45 billion.
Pakistan Finishes UAE Deposit Repayment Process
Officials stated that the repayment of UAE deposits marks the completion of a key financial obligation, with all outstanding amounts now fully settled. The State Bank of Pakistan confirmed that the process was carried out in phases to ensure smooth execution.
The completion of these repayments reflects Pakistan’s continued efforts to meet its external financial commitments in an orderly manner while maintaining macroeconomic stability.
Economic Experts Highlight Impact On Financial Credibility
Economic analysts have noted that timely repayment of these deposits is expected to strengthen Pakistan’s credibility in international financial markets. They said such steps help improve investor confidence and support the country’s external financial position.
Officials also emphasized that advance arrangements were made to ensure that foreign exchange reserves were not placed under unnecessary pressure during the repayment process. The completion of the UAE deposit repayments is being viewed as a positive development for overall economic stability.
