Karachi: Pakistan has received $2 billion from Saudi Arabia, which has strengthened the country’s foreign exchange reserves.

The State Bank of Pakistan has confirmed the receipt of $2 billion in funds from Saudi Arabia. According to the central bank, the $2 billion in funds were received from the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Finance on April 15, 2026.

According to sources in the Ministry of Finance, Saudi Arabia has also assured a total financing of $3 billion to stabilize Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves.

It has been further reported that the United Arab Emirates is to be paid $3.5 billion this month, which constitutes 18% of the government’s foreign exchange reserves, but due to Saudi support, this payment will reduce the pressure on the reserves.

According to sources, Saudi Arabia has also assured to roll over previous deposits of $5 billion for a long period, which will significantly help stabilize Pakistan’s external account.