IMF denies rumors to impose conditions regarding Pakistan's nuclear program
Negotiations with Pakistan are being held to solve economic problems, said IMF representative.


Islamabad: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) denied imposing any condition on Pakistan's nuclear program for the Staff Level Agreement, GNN reported.
IMF representative for Pakistan Esther Perez Ruiz said in a statement that there is no truth in the speculations related to Pakistan's nuclear program in any agreement between the IMF and Pakistan, the negotiations with Pakistan are only on economic policy.
She stated: “Negotiations with Pakistan are being held to solve economic problems and balance of payments, the focus of the negotiations is to bring macroeconomic and financial stability”.
Earlier on Sunday, General Michael Korella, head of the US Central Command, stated that the US is satisfied with Pakistan's nuclear program.
American General Michael E. Korelaka while speaking in the House Armed Services Committee added: “Pakistan is currently facing budget, economic problems and political tension,” stating that Pakistan is also facing the challenge of terrorism.
It is pertinent to note that earlier Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, speaking in the Senate meeting, said that the national interest has to be protected, there will be no compromise on the nuclear or missile program, adding that “No one has the right to tell Pakistan about range missiles or nuclear weapons”.
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