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India vs Pakistan War: India Opposes IMF Bailout for Pakistan
India has formally opposed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout package for Pakistan, highlighting concerns over cross-border terrorism, military dominance in economic affairs, and the failure of past IMF programs to bring meaningful reforms.
Indian government sources revealed that the country abstained from the IMF vote due to procedural rules but used the opportunity to record its strong objections.
Why India Opposed IMF Support for Pakistan
- Lack of Meaningful Reform: India questioned the effectiveness of repeated IMF bailouts, noting that Pakistan has received IMF support 28 times in the past 35 years, with four programs in the last five years alone. Despite this, meaningful economic reforms have been absent.
- Military Dominance: India highlighted the dominance of Pakistan’s military in its economic affairs, which undermines transparency, civilian governance, and sustainable economic growth.
- Cross-Border Terrorism: India emphasized that providing financial assistance to a country that sponsors cross-border terrorism is against international norms and poses reputational risks for global institutions like the IMF.
- IMF Voting System: While India abstained from the vote, government sources clarified that it was not due to a lack of opposition but because the IMF voting structure does not allow a formal “no” vote.
India’s Diplomatic Message at the IMF
Indian diplomats used the IMF discussion as an opportunity to formally register the country’s objections. This included a detailed explanation of how Pakistan’s military dominance and lack of economic transparency continue to hinder sustainable development.
India also warned that financial support to Pakistan could damage the IMF’s global reputation, as it would be seen as endorsing a country involved in state-sponsored terrorism.
What Lies Ahead
As the India vs Pakistan War intensifies, India’s strong stance against the IMF bailout for Pakistan reflects a broader diplomatic strategy.
Analysts believe that India’s move aims to draw international attention to Pakistan’s internal governance issues and its continued support for cross-border terrorism.
The IMF’s decision to approve or reject the bailout may impact the region’s economic and geopolitical dynamics in the coming weeks.
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