What is the purpose of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission’s visit to Pakistan in February 2025?
ATo negotiate a new loan agreement
BTo oversee infrastructure projects
CTo conduct a Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment
DTo evaluate Pakistan’s economic growth
Correct answer
C. To conduct a Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment
Explanation
A three-member IMF mission is visiting Pakistan to conduct a Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment under the country’s 2024 Extended Fund Facility program. The mission aims to examine corruption vulnerabilities in six core state functions, including fiscal governance, central bank operations, and financial sector oversight.